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1.H.1.3 Explain Why National Holidays Are Celebrated (Constitution Day, Independence Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Day, Presidents’ Day, Etc.). TEACHERS: click here for quick copy question ID numbers.

What is the definition of patriotism?
a) Devoted love, support, and defense of one's country.
b) Love of another country other than their own.
c) Reading books.
d) Writing papers.

All of the following are examples of patriotism EXCEPT?
a) Volunteering.
b) Pledge the flag.
c) Pride in your lunch.
d) Encourage other citizens.

Why do we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?
a) To socialize with friends and family.
b) To celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr.
c) To celebrate the day the constitution was adopted and those who have become U.S. citizens.
d) National holidays are often celebrated to honor people and events significant to a people's culture and/ or history.

Why do we celebrate President's Day?
a) It is a day to recognize all the U.S. presidents past and present.
b) To get out of school.
c) For the food.
d) For the fireworks.

Why do we celebrate Native American Heritage Day?
a) It is a day to remember soldiers who have died serving in the American armed forces.
b) It is a time for kids to obtain free gifts.
c) To see fireworks.
d) It is a day of recognition for the contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the U.S.

Why do we celebrate Constitution Day?
a) Parade's celebrate our nations independence.
b) Celebration for the day the constitution was adopted and those who have become U.S. citizens.
c) National holidays are often celebrated to honor people and events significant to people's culture and/or history.
d) For the food.

Why do we celebrate Memorial Day?
a) It is a day of recognition for the contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the U.S.
b) It is a day to remember soldiers who have died serving in the American armed forces.
c) To see fireworks.
d) To celebrate the emancipation proclamation.

Why do we celebrate July 4th?
a) To see the fireworks.
b) To celebrate the emancipation proclamation.
c) Parade's celebrate our nations independence.
d) For the food.

Why do we celebrate national holidays?
a) National holidays are often celebrated to honor people and events significant to a people's culture and/or history.
b) To hang out with friends and family.
c) To get out of school.
d) A time for kids to obtain free gifts.

Which one is a patriotic symbol?
a) Your lunch box.
b) The American flag.
c) Your pencil.
d) Your computer.

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