Memorial Day Trivia Quiz: How Well Do You Know Memorial Day?

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Memorial Day Trivia Quiz: How Well Do You Know Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is the most important day for all Americans, on the last Monday in May. The day is celebrated in the memories and honor of the men and women who sacrificed their lives for the United States. It is initially celebrated in the memories of war soldiers and for their supreme sacrifices too. It is an excellent tribute to the people serving the country until the last breath of life. People visit the memorials and place the flags of the United States and flowers in honor of soldiers. It is a great and patriotic movement that makes every American proud. Memorial Day is the best way to show gratitude and acknowledgment for the country's heroes. 
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In addition to honoring heroes, Memorial Day also represents the unofficial start of the country, marked by gatherings with family and friends, barbecues, and outdoor actions. Yet, it's important to remember the holiday's true purpose: paying homage to those who gave their lives to keep the values and liberties that define the United States. Take the Memorial Day Trivia Quiz to uncover whether you are patriotic or not. Have a good day!

Which War claimed the most American lives?

  • World War I

  • World War II

  • Korean War

  • American Civil War

What day of the week is Memorial Day observed?

  • Monday

  • Tuesday

  • Saturday

  • Sunday

What was the original name of Memorial Day?

  • Decoration Day

  • Remembrance Day

  • Honor Day

  • Patriot Day

What time is the National Moment of Remembrance observed on Memorial Day?

  • 9:00 AM

  • 12:00 PM (noon)

  • 3:00 PM

  • 6:00 PM

Which song is often played at Memorial Day ceremonies?

  • "God Bless The U.S.A."

  • "The Star-Spangled Banner"

  • "Taps"

  • "America the Beautiful"

What do people traditionally do on Memorial Day to honor fallen soldiers?

  • Visit cemeteries and place flags on graves

  • Attend concerts and music festivals

  • Have a picnic in the park

  • Go shopping for sales

Which flower is commonly associated with Memorial Day?

  • Tulip

  • Rose

  • Lily

  • Red Poppies

Which U.S. president declared Waterloo, New York, as the official birthplace of Memorial Day?

  • Dwight D. Eisenhower

  • Franklin D. Roosevelt

  • Lyndon B. Johnson

  • John F. Kennedy

In which month was the first official Memorial Day celebrated?

  • May

  • June

  • July

  • August

Which year was Memorial Day officially recognized as a federal holiday in the United States?

  • 1868

  • 1919

  • 1954

  • 1971

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