1.  On what bill has U.S. NY Republican Rep. Tom Reed placed a provision which would designate Taps as the National Song of Remembrance?

2.  When and where was Taps written?

3.  For what purpose was Taps written?  (see links and video under "Resources" for the answer)

4.  For what purposes is Taps played today?

5.  Describe the recommended conduct during the sounding of taps that is included in the provision to make it the National Song of Remembrance.

6.  Do you think Taps should be our National Song of Remembrance?  Explain your answer.

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