U.S. Citizenship Civics TestHolidaysMedium
A U.S. citizen is asked to identify a holiday that celebrates the contributions of American workers. Which of the following is the correct answer?
- AColumbus Day
- BVeterans Day
- CLabor Day
- DThanksgiving Day
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Correct answer: C. Labor Day
Labor Day, observed on the first Monday in September, is a federal holiday dedicated to celebrating the social and economic achievements of American workers.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Columbus Day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas.
- B. Veterans Day honors military veterans.
- D. Thanksgiving Day is a holiday of gratitude for the harvest and other blessings.
Labor Day
A U.S. federal holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September, dedicated to celebrating the achievements of American workers.
- First Monday in September.
- Honors American workers and the labor movement.
- Marks the unofficial end of summer.
Memory trick: Holidays for Heroes, Workers, and Births, remember their worth.