Flag Day Trivia Competition
A flag is not just a piece of cloth that is blown by the wind it is a symbol for the history of a nation. With Flag Day just around the corner, it is important to remind ourselves of the history of this great nation. Take the quiz below and prepare for the flag day trivia competition.
- 1.
Which president signed an Act of Congress proclaiming June 14th National Flag Day?
- A.
Wilson
- B.
Truman
- C.
Lincoln
- D.
Washington
Correct Answer
B. Truman -
- 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.
1812
Correct Answer
A. 1949 -
- 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 office of President of the U.S.
Correct Answer
A. To commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States in 1777 -
- 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 never be displayed upside down
Correct Answer
C. The flag should never fly at night. -
- 5.
What are the penalties for not complying with the US Flag Code guidelines?
- A.
Fine
- B.
Jail
- C.
No penalty
- D.
Extra taxes for 10 years
Correct Answer
C. No penalty -
- 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.
Store it permanently in vault
Correct Answer
C. Burn it -
- 7.
What is the Union on the U.S. flag?
- A.
The blue starred portion
- B.
The red and white stripes
- C.
The flag pole
- D.
The reverse side
Correct Answer
A. The blue starred portion -
- 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.
Displaying a torn and tattered flag
Correct Answer
C. Using the flag for a flag pin -
- 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.
No rule. Do as you prefer.
Correct Answer
A. Stand at attention with hand over heart -
- 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 raised slowly and lowered briskly
Correct Answer
A. The flag should be raised briskly and lowered slowly and ceremoniously -
- 11.
Who was the first person to think of the idea of commemorating the U.S. flag?
- A.
Leach
- B.
Ross
- C.
Cigrand
- D.
Brooks
Correct Answer
C. Cigrand -
- 12.
What organization was established to promote Flag Day exercises?
- A.
American Flag Day Association
- B.
National Flag Day Association
- C.
United States Flag Day Association
- D.
Flag Day Tribunal Association
Correct Answer
A. American Flag Day Association -
- 13.
How many U.S. flags are currently on the moon?
- A.
1
- B.
3
- C.
6
- D.
10
Correct Answer
C. 6 -
- 14.
When North Atlantic Treaty Organizations (NATO) countries have flags displayed from all countries, which alphabetical order system is used?
- A.
English Alphabetical ordering system
- B.
Greek Alphabetical ordering system
- C.
French Alphabetical ordering system
- D.
Canadian Alphabetical ordering system
Correct Answer
C. French Alphabetical ordering system -
- 15.
When the U.S. flag is displayed horizontally or vertically against a wall, where should the Union be located?
- A.
Top and to the observer's right
- B.
Top and to the observer's left
- C.
Bottom and to observer's right
- D.
Bottom and to observer's left
Correct Answer
B. Top and to the observer's left -
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