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Veteran's Day History and Quiz
How much do you know about Veteran's Day? Here's a chance to quiz yourself.
From Cornell Christianson's book "Holiday Skits & Contests" available on Amazon.
Veterans Day is an American Federal holiday observed on November 11th, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I on November 11, 1918. Originally called Armistice Day, it was meant to honor World War I veterans.
In 1954, realizing that peace was equally preserved by veterans of World War II and the Korean War, Congress decided to honor those who have served America in all wars and President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day.
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VETERANS DAY QUIZ
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1. What was Veterans Day originally called?
ANSWER: Armistice Day.
2. Why is Veterans Day on November 11th?
ANSWER: November 11th marks the end of World War I.
3. How many living war veterans are there in the United States?
ANSWER: There are over 19 million war veterans in the United States, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. This includes veterans from World Wars I and II, as well as the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Persian Gulf War.
4. What is the best way to show support on Veterans Day?
ANSWER: The best way to honor veterans is to fly the American flag. The flag is flown to show respect for American veterans, and is a symbol of their service to the country.
5. In 1918, the 'war to end all wars' ended. Which war was this?
ANSWER: World War 1.
6. At 11 o’clock in the morning on Veterans' Day, what do many Americans do?
ANSWER: Observe a moment of silence to remember those who fought for peace.
7. Roughly how many Americans served in World War II?
ANSWER: 16 million.
8. Who said, "To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace."
ANSWER: George Washington.
9. Who said, "Honor to the soldier, and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country's cause. Honor also to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field, and serves, as he best can, the same cause."
ANSWER: Abraham Lincoln.
10. Which major weapon of war was used for the first time in 1916?
ANSWER: Tank.
11. How many Federal holidays are there each year in the U.S.?
ANSWER: There are 10 Federal holidays which are New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
