American Stories and Holidays

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  1. 1. A _____________ is a person who has served in the armed forces.
  2. 4. A ___________ is something that is true.
  3. 10. Labor Day was created to honor workers and the ______________________ that they make every day to America.
  4. 11. The story of John Henry is an American ______________ tale.
  5. 12. We _______________ heroes so that we remember how their actions made our country better.
  6. 13. "Why the Owl Has Big Eyes" is a traditional American Indian story that has been passed down orally for many ______________________.
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  1. 2. America has two _________________ holidays which honor the men and women who protect our country.
  2. 3. It is important to tell stories about heroes from the past to learn about your ________________ and culture.
  3. 5. On Memorial Day, we remember all the United States _______________ who died fighting for our country.
  4. 6. We celebrate President's Day to ________________ the leaders who helped make our country.
  5. 7. We honor Martin Luther King Jr. on his birthday because he worked for _____________ rights for all Americans.
  6. 8. Johnny Appleseed is an American __________ tale.
  7. 9. Something that is false is ______________.