Question 1

What was the original name of Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

Decoration Day

Question 2

Who originally created Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

John Logan

Question 3

The American Civil War resulted in the creation of the country's first what?

Accepted Answer

National cemeteries

Question 4

Why was the last Monday of May chosen as the original day to celebrate Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

There was no significant battles on that day in history

Question 5

In what year did Memorial Day become a legal Federal Holiday?

Accepted Answer

1971

Question 6

Who started the tradition of wearing red poppies on Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

Moina Michael

Question 7

About how many people visit Arlington National Cemetery a year?

Accepted Answer

3 million

Question 8

Under Federal Law, the American Flag is to be displayed at half staff until noon on Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

true

Question 9

What is the official birthplace of Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

New York

Question 10

Which of the following is another commonly used object to decorate graves on Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

Wreaths

Question 11

How many soldiers are buried in Arlington National Cemetery?

Accepted Answer

400,000

Question 12

What percentage of people travel by car on Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

88%

Question 13

What is the top Memorial Day weekend destination?

Accepted Answer

Florida

Question 14

Which city hosts the oldest Memorial Day parade?

Accepted Answer

Doylestown, Pennsylvania  - Doylestown, Pennsylvania has held an annual Memorial Day parade since 1868.

Question 15

What crucial civil function does Memorial Day serve?

Accepted Answer

It strengthens national unity and patriotism

Question 16

Memorial Day is traditionally viewed as the start of which season?

Accepted Answer

Summer

Question 17

What is the main purpose of Memorial Day in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Honor U.S. military personnel who died in service

Question 18

How is Memorial Day different than Veterans Day?

Accepted Answer

Memorial Day honors those who died in service

Question 19

At what specific time does the National Moment of Remembrance take place on Memorial Day?

Accepted Answer

3:00 pm

Memorial Day Trivia Questions & Answers (Online Quiz)

2) Who originally created Memorial Day?

3) The American Civil War resulted in the creation of the country's first what?

4) Why was the last Monday of May chosen as the original day to celebrate Memorial Day?

5) In what year did Memorial Day become a legal Federal Holiday?

6) Who started the tradition of wearing red poppies on Memorial Day?

7) About how many people visit Arlington National Cemetery a year?

8) Under Federal Law, the American Flag is to be displayed at half staff until noon on Memorial Day?

9) What is the official birthplace of Memorial Day?

10) Which of the following is another commonly used object to decorate graves on Memorial Day?

11) How many soldiers are buried in Arlington National Cemetery?

12) What percentage of people travel by car on Memorial Day?

13) What is the top Memorial Day weekend destination?

14) Which city hosts the oldest Memorial Day parade?

15) What crucial civil function does Memorial Day serve?

16) Memorial Day is traditionally viewed as the start of which season?

17) What is the main purpose of Memorial Day in the United States?

18) How is Memorial Day different than Veterans Day?

19) At what specific time does the National Moment of Remembrance take place on Memorial Day?