A Multiple Choice Quiz On Flag Day And The US Flag

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A Multiple Choice Quiz On Flag Day And The US Flag - Quiz

Flag Day is a celebration that is celebrated in some parts of America. A multiple-choice quiz on Flag Day and the US Flag is here to test how well you know the proper etiquette of flag-raising. Flag day marks the day our flags got the stars and stripes and were hoisted to mark a fresh beginning for the American people. The stars represented the states that were in the union. Test what more you know below. Good Luck!

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1.

Which president signed an Act of Congress proclaiming June 14th National Flag Day?
- A.
  
  Wilson
- B.
  
  Truman
- C.
  
  Lincoln
- D.
  
  Jefferson
2.

Which year was an Act of Congress proclaiming June 14th as National Flag Day signed by the president?
- A.
  
  1949
- B.
  
  1916
- C.
  
  1863
- D.
  
  1918
3.

What is the reason for National Flag Day?
- A.
  
  To commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States in 1777.
- B.
  
  To commemorate the birthday of Betsy Ross.
- C.
  
  To commemorate the birthday of Francis Scott Key.
- D.
  
  To commemorate the abolition of slavery.
4.

According to the US Flag Code, which of these is NOT in its guidelines?
- A.
  
  The flag should not be dipped for any person or thing except in special naval procedures.
- B.
  
  The flag should not touch the ground.
- C.
  
  The flag should never fly at night.
- D.
  
  The flag should not be held with right hand.
5.

What are the penalties for not complying with the US Flag Code guidelines?
- A.
  
  Fine
- B.
  
  Jail
- C.
  
  No penalty
- D.
  
  Public service
6.

According to the US Flag Code, which is the preferred way to take care of a flag that is tattered and no longer usable?
- A.
  
  Recycle it.
- B.
  
  Bury it.
- C.
  
  Burn it.
- D.
  
  Donate it to the state
7.

What is the union of the flag?
- A.
  
  The blue starred portion
- B.
  
  The red and white stripes
- C.
  
  The flag pole
- D.
  
  Only the stars on the flag.
8.

Which of these is NOT against the US Flag Code?
- A.
  
  Using the flag for advertising
- B.
  
  Using the flag for clothing, bedding or draperies
- C.
  
  Using the flag for a flag pin
- D.
  
  Using the flag for entertainment purposes.
9.

According to the National Flag Code, which of these are guidelines for those not in military uniform during the playing of the national anthem or the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance?
- A.
  
  Stand at attention with hand over heart
- B.
  
  Salute throughout.
- C.
  
  Rules are flexible depending on the time and place.
- D.
  
  Stand in attention position.
10.

Which of these is true according to the US Flag Code?
- A.
  
  The flag should be raised briskly and lowered slowly and ceremoniously.
- B.
  
  The flag should be raised slowly and lowered briskly and ceremoniously.
- C.
  
  The flag should be raised and lowered at the same tempo.
- D.
  
  The flag should be parallel to the pole