Remembrance Day
In which month do both the UK and the US commemorate those who served in the military?
November
"They ___ (visit) the museum many times this year."
They have visited the museum many times this year.
What color is the poppy traditionally worn on Remembrance Day?
Red
What is the title of this song?
'Sorry' by Justin Beiber
What flower is worn in the UK to honor fallen soldiers on Remembrance Day?
Poppy/poppies
“She ___ (never/eat) sushi before.”
“She has never eaten sushi before.”
On Remembrance Day, where do people often put poppies as a sign of respect?
Memorials or graves
In OneRepublic’s "Counting Stars," the singer talks about life choices. Complete the line:
"Lately, I _________ (be), I’ve been losing sleep."
have been
Veteran's Day in the US originally marked the end of which major conflict?
World War I
“We ___ (not/see) a movie in weeks. It’s time for a night out!”
“We have not seen a movie in weeks. It’s time for a night out!”
In the US, many people visit a national monument on Veteran’s Day. Which monument is it?
The Tomb of the Unknown Solider
In Ed Sheeran’s song ‘Perfect,’ he sings: "now I know I _________ (meet)
An angel in person and she looks perfect." (4:00)
"now I know I have met
An angel in person and she looks perfect."
What time on November 11th is traditionally observed with a moment of silence for Remembrance Day?
“___ you ever ___ (travel) to another country?”
“Have you ever travelled to another country?”
In which country is Veterans Day a memorial holiday?
United States
In The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights,” he sings about how someone’s absence affects him. Complete the line: “I’ve ____ (be) tryna call, I’ve ____ (be) on my own for long enough.” (0:40)
“I’ve been tryna call, I’ve been on my own for long enough.”
True or False (and Why?): Remembrance Day and Veteran's Day both honor those currently serving in the military.
False! (Veteran’s Day honors all who served; Remembrance Day focuses on those who died in military service.)
“They ___ (live) in the same house since they were children, but now they’re moving.”
“They have lived in the same house since they were children, but now they’re moving.”
Which poem, often associated with the symbol of the poppy, was written by a Canadian doctor during World War I?
In Flanders Fields
In Adele's “Hello,” she reflects on a past relationship. Complete the line: "Hello from the other side, I must ____ (call) a thousand times." (2:20)
Have called