Memorial Day

    Comprehension Questions

    1. True or false? Memorial Day was first known as Decoration Day.
      true
    2. Memorial Day is ________.
      the day we honor all United States soldiers who have died
    3. True or false? On Memorial Day the Air Force may let people explore old battleships.
      false
    4. Which of the following are some ways to honor soldiers on Memorial Day?
      All of the above
    5. True or false? The 500 in Indianapolis 500 comes from the number of laps drivers have to drive around the track.
      false
    6. Baseball games may celebrate Memorial Day by ________.
      having a soldier throw out the first pitch

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    Audio files

    Memorial Day: Introduction

    Memorial Day: Flags and Red Poppies

    Memorial Day: Celebrating Memorial Day

    Memorial Day: The First Day of Summer