It was in 1921 that Congress approved the idea of burying an unknown soldier from World War I. This was a custom that other countries like Great Britain and France had already begun. As soon as the Tomb was completed, it became a popular spot because of the beautiful view it offered visitors. People actually used the Tomb as a picnic table! On March 25, 1926, the government decided to post an armed military guard there to uphold its solemn dignity by keeping picnickers and others away. In 1937, more guards were added, and the 24-hour watch was begun. Since then, three more unknown soldiers' bodies have been buried there: one from World War II, one from the Korean War, and one from the Vietnam War. All were buried with highest honors.
How did the government uphold the solemn dignity of the place?
By building a huge wall with metal detectors around the tomb
By posting a hundred guards around the tomb to keep the picnickers at bay
By posting an armed military guard to keep picnickers and others away
By making the public responsible for their behavior when they visit the tomb
By posting an armed military guard to keep picnickers and others away
How are guards assigned to shifts at the Tomb of the Unknowns?
Based on their height
Based on their experience
Based on their rank
Based on their age