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 Observed annually on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day is set aside to honor the men and women who have died in service to our country. While Memorial Day didn’t become an official national holiday until 1971, its origins begin with the Civil War.
The quiz below, from the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University, provides an opportunity for you to test your knowledge of the history of and customs associated with Memorial Day.


1. What was Memorial Day initially called?
A. War Remembrance Day
B. Decoration Day
C. Veterans Day
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2. In 1868, which former Union general issued an order that called for a national day of remembrance for those who died in the Civil War?
A. John Logan
B. Nathaniel Banks
C. George McClellan
D. Theodore Barrett
3. Historic documents point to an earlier day of remembrance, in 1865, when freed slaves, U.S. Colored Troops and local citizens organized a ceremony to honor Union troops who died near what city?
A. Vicksburg, Miss.
B. Manassas, Va.
C. Gettysburg, Pa.
D. Charleston, S.C.
4. Other cities also claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. In 1966, Congress declared which city as the official birthplace?
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B. Springfield, Mo.
C. Waterloo, N.Y.
D. Galveston, Texas
5. Which of the following Memorial Day activities have been codified into law?
A.  Issuance of an annual presidential proclamation.
B. National Moment of Remembrance
C. Flying flags at federal government buildings at half-staff from dawn until 12 p.m.
D. All of the Above
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