Military Branches
Vocabulary
Military Facts
Veterans Day
Riddles
100

Which military branch is known for fighting and protecting our country on land?

The Army

100

What do we call someone who has served in the military?

Veteran

100

How many branches are in the U.S. Military?

Six

100

What month do we celebrate Veterans Day?

November

100

I served my country, brave and true,

I worked to protect both me and you.

I may be young, I may be old,

My story is one that should be told.

A Veteran

200

Which military branch uses ships and submarines to protect our country?

The Navy

200

What word means showing someone respect and appreciation?

Honor

200

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the US Military?

The President

200

On what date do we celebrate Veterans Day?

November 11

200

I soar through the clouds, way up high,

My planes and pilots protect the sky.

With wings of steel, we fly with pride,

What military branch takes to the sky?

Air Force

300

Which military branch is known for flying fighter jets and protecting the skies?

The Air Force

300

What word means being brace even when you are afraid?

Courage

300

What are the 3 colors of the American flag?

Red, white, and blue

300

What are we thanking veterans for on Veterans Day?

serving our country

300

Across the ocean, big ships sail,

Through sunny skies and stormy gale.

Sailors work together out at sea,

Which military branch could I be?

Navy

400

Which branch helps rescue people in danger on the water?

The Coast Guard

400

What do we call soldiers who fight on foot?

Infantry

400

What animal is the Marine Corps mascot?

English bulldog

400

Name one sacrifice a veteran or military family might make.

Time away from family, missing holidays, moving, or facing danger

400

I come each year in November, 

A day to honor and remember. 

On the eleventh day, we proudly say,

"Thank you for serving the USA!"

Veterans Day

500

Which is the newest branch of the U.S. Military and helps protect satellites in space?

The Space Force

500

What word means a group of military ships working together?

Fleet

500

What does the Marine Corps motto "Semper Fi" mean?

Always Faithful

500

Which holiday honors military members who died while serving: Veterans Day or Memorial Day?

Memorial Day

500

You cannot hold me in your hand,

But I help protect our precious land.

I grow when people choose to care,

And stand up for what's right and fair.

Veterans have shown me in many ways,

Through difficult nights and challenging days.

Courage