Andy Droter, age 14, of Colville, Wash., for his question:

HOW SHOULD A FLAG BE FOLDED?

Knowing how to properly display the nations's Flag is a mark of respect and patriotism. A set of rules was passed by Congress in 1942 when an official U.S. Flag code was established.

Only rule is that the Flag be folded carefully and put away when not in use. The Flag may be given the special military fold. It should first be folded twice lengthwise to form a long strip and then, starting at the stripe end, it should be given a series of triangular folds. The resulting compact triangle looks like a cocked hat.

If the Flag is permanently attached to a staff, it should be furled, or wrapped around the staff, when not being used. It should then be covered.

The main consideration regarding the folding of the Flag: show respect.