Memorial Day Treasure Hunt

Memorial Day Internet Treasure Hunt

"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind is never to die"
~ Robert Orr ~

For many students, Memorial Day merely marks the beginning of summer fun. But, do you know the meaning and the history of this very special holiday?

To begin: Click here to print out your worksheet. Read the question, then use the Web resources listed below each question to find the answer. Write your answer in a complete sentence.

1. When and why do we celebrate Memorial Day?

Web resource: Memorial Day

2. By what name was Memorial Day known when the first Memorial Day Order (General Order No. 11) was issued?

Web resource: Seneca County Memorial Day

3. When the U.S. Flag is properly folded, what shape is it?

Web resource: Flag Folding

4. In which war was the greatest number of American soldiers killed?

Web resource: American War Library - Soldiers Killed

5. On what date did Sergeant Weldon McCoy Barr record in his diary the signing of the armistice that ended WWI?

Web resource: Weldon McCoy Barr

6. About how many U.S. Women veterans are there?

Web resource: Women Veterans

7. Who designed the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.?

Web resource: "The Wall"

8. According to St. Augustine, what is the purpose of all war? Explain what you think he is trying to tell us in this quote.

Web resource: Memorial Day Quotes on War and Peace

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Web resources: How to Observe Memorial Day | VFW Remembers

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10. Put on the headphones. Click here to listen to a song. What is the name of this song? When does the military usually play this song?

Web resources:A Special Song

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11. Solve Jigzone's Memorial Day Puzzle... it's hard! It took Mrs. Shields exactly 13 minutes. Can you bet Mrs. Shields time? How long did it take you to solve the puzzle? Click here for the Puzzle