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100

This was known as the "Great War".
A. World War I
B. World War II

A. World War I
World War I, also known as the Great War, began in 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. His murder catapulted into a war across Europe that lasted until 1918.

100

True or False.  

The correct spelling of Veteran's Day is with the apostrophe as shown.

False!

It is actually spelled without the apostrophe.  Veterans Day

100

The name of the national cemetery where the president gives a speech and Veterans are honored.
A. Fort Mitchell National Cemetery
B. Arlington National Cemetery

B. Arlington National Cemetery


100

What's the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?

Memorial Day honors those that died while serving in the military and Veterans Day honors ALL who have served whether they are alive or deceased.

100

An author of many children's books who introduced you to Whoville.
A. Dr. Seuss
B. Ronald Dahl

A. Dr. Seuss

His real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. He joined the WW2 effort. At first he drew posters for the Treasury Department and the war production board. He eventually joined the U.S army. He was put in command of the animation department of the 1st motion picture unit. 

200

This agreement was signed on June 28, 1919 in France.
A. Treaty of Versailles
B. Treaty of Paris

B. Treaty of Versailles
The treaty forced Germany to surrender colonies in Africa, Asia and the Pacific; cede territory to other nations like France and Poland; reduce the size of its military; pay war reparations to the Allied countries; and accept guilt for the war

200

True or False.  

Veterans Day was always celebrated on Mondays along with Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day and President's Day to create a three day weekend which would stimulate the economy.

True!

200

As of 2022, The number of Veterans over the age of 65 is ____.
A. Approximately 8 Million
B. Approximately 11 Million

A. Approximately 8 Million

200

The president who made Veterans Day an official holiday.

A. John F. Kennedy
B. Dwight Eisenhower

B. Dwight Eisenhower

Eisenhower signed a bill rededicating Nov. 11 as Veterans Day, encouraging Americans to commit themselves to the cause of peace and to honor America's veterans for their courage, honor, patriotism and sacrifice.

200

This Veteran was the first African American major league baseball player.
A. Jackie Robinson
B. Reggie Jackson 

A. Jackie Robinson

Robinson was drafted into the Army in 1942, where he served in a segregated Army cavalry unit before he applied for Officer Candidate School. Though his application was delayed allegedly because of his race, he was eventually commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1943. He faced a court-martial for refusing to give up his seat and move to the back of a bus at Camp Hood, Texas, but was later cleared. Robinson would later be medically discharged for an ankle issue.

300

This is a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms.
A. Armistice
B. Treaty

A. Armistice


300

This important program gives Veterans greater access to health care in VA facilities and in the community.
A. G.I. Bill
B. Mission Act

B. Mission Act

300

What organization offers a variety of services to disabled Veterans and their families?
A. Veterans Organization (VFW)
B. Disabled American Veteran (DAV)


B. Disabled American Veterans (DAV). 

DAV has more than 1.2 million members, this organization has tremendous reach and provides invaluable service to wounded Veterans. It provides its members (Veterans and their families) help with disability assistance, their VA pensions, job programs and more.

300

There were approximately _____  members of the United States military killed during World War II.
A. 300,000
B. 400,000 

B. 400,000

300

This veteran was regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century.
A. Eric Clapton
B. Jimi Hendrix

B. Jimi Hendrix

Hendrix was allegedly busted by Seattle cops for riding around in stolen cars and given the choice of jail time or military service. 

In 1961, Hendrix was assigned to the 101st Airborne at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. The World War II-era Screaming Eagles had been reactivated for the first time just a few years earlier. While with the 101st, Hendrix earned the Screaming Eagles patch after finishing paratrooper training, though he was later medically discharged following an ankle injury during a jump.

400

The armistice to end WWI was signed on the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. At this time during the day we stop to honor veterans on Veterans Day.
A. 11 o'clock
B. 3 o'clock

A. 11 o'clock

400

The branch of the military that celebrates their birthday and Veterans day with a 96-hour liberty period.
A.  Marines
B.  Navy

A. Marines

400

Name two states with the highest percentage of Veterans?


Alaska, Virginia, Montana, Wyoming, Hawaii, and Maine respectively.

400

What does the president or a high-ranking official lay at the gravesite for the Tomb of the unknown solider?A. Wreath
B. Flag


A. Wreath


400

This veteran is also an actor and is well known for his martial arts skills.
A. Chuck Norris
B. Jackie Chan 

 

A. Chuck Norris 

He served as an Air police officer in South Korea during his stint in the Air Force beginning in 1958, where he picked up some additional martial arts skills.

500

The president who officially changed the name of the holiday form Armistice day to Veterans day?
A. R. Reagan
B. D. Eisenhower

 B. D. Eisenhower

500

When is National Veterans Awareness week celebrated?
A. November 1st-7th
B. Novemeber 11-17th


B. November 11-17th
The United States Senate Resolution 143, which was passed on August 4, 2001, designated the week of November 11 through November 17, 2001, as National Veterans Awareness Week.

500

The oldest military decoration in the world in present use. Given to those wounded or killed while serving.
A. Purple Heart
B. Medal of Honor

A. Purple Heart


500

The current  percentage of U.S. Veterans who are women are___?
A. 3%
B. 10%

B. 10%

500

This Veteran played God in "Bruce Almighty."
A. Morgan Freeman
B. Jim Carrey

A. Morgan Freeman 

The Oscar winner with the iconic voice, Morgan Freeman was intrigued by war films growing up, which inspired him to join the Air Force in 1955. He served as a radar technician, and, realizing that flying in the Air Force was not for him, left the military almost four years later.