Memorial Day

• Question 1 out of 10

  What was the original name of Memorial Day?

  Remembrance Day

  Veterans Day

  Decoration Day

  Armed Forces Day

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• Question 2 out of 10

  Which flower is traditionally worn to commemorate Memorial Day?

  Rose

  Poppy

  Lily

  Daisy

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• Question 3 out of 10

  In what year did Memorial Day become a federal holiday?

  1865

  1873

  1938

  1971

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• Question 4 out of 10

  What is the National Moment of Remembrance?

  A minute of silence at 3:00 PM local time

  A prayer service at noon

  A moment to fly the flag at half-staff

  A memorial parade at 10:00 AM

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• Question 5 out of 10

  In which year did Memorial Day become known as Memorial Day instead of Decoration Day?

  1863

  1901

  1945

  1967

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• Question 6 out of 10

  What famous speech was given by James Garfield at the first official Memorial Day ceremony( known at the time as Decoration Day)?

  The Gettysburg Address

  The Decoration Day Address

  The Memorial Day Speech

  The Farewell Address

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• Question 7 out of 10

  Which U.S. city hosts the National Memorial Day Parade?

  New York City

  Los Angeles

  Washington, D.C.

  Chicago

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• Question 8 out of 10

  Which U.S. national park is known for its large Memorial Day ceremony and is home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

  Yellowstone National Park

  Yosemite National Park

  Arlington National Cemetery

  Grand Canyon National Park

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• Question 9 out of 10

  Which major auto race is traditionally held on Memorial Day weekend?

  Daytona 500

  Indianapolis 500

  Monaco Grand Prix

  Le Mans 24 Hours

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• Question 10 out of 10

  Which U.S. state is home to the Arlington National Cemetery, a central site for Memorial Day commemorations?

  Maryland

  Virginia

  Pennsylvania

  New Jersey

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