Inside The White House Video

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12th Grade
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Patrick Baker
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When did the first President sleep in the White House?
1789
1800
1812
1945
Answer explanation
The first President to sleep in the White House was John Adams, the second president of the United States, in the year 1800. This was approximately a decade after the White House's construction was initiated in 1792. Hence, the correct answer to the question is 1800.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was the first president to use the term "White House"
Teddy Roosevelt
George Washington
Harry Truman
Warren Harding
Answer explanation
Teddy Roosevelt was the first president to officially use the term 'White House'. Before his time, it was known as the 'Executive Mansion' or 'President's House'. Roosevelt, with his keen sense for branding and public relations, understood the uniqueness of the term 'White House', and in 1901, he made it the official name.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who is responsible for winding the clocks in the White House?
The Chief Usher
The President
The First Lady
The Electrician
Answer explanation
The responsibility of winding the clocks in the White House is not with the Chief Usher, President or the First Lady. It's actually the duty of the Electrician. They ensure all the clocks in the White House are working properly and showing the correct time.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During which war did the British Army capture and burn the White House?
World War I
World War II
The War of 1812
The Civil War
Answer explanation
The White House was burned down during The War of 1812, not during World War I, World War II or The Civil War. The War of 1812 was a conflict fought between the United States and its allies, and the United Kingdom and its allies. The British Army captured and burned the White House in this war.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did President Johnson want in his shower?
More water
Colder water
Body sprays
All of the above
Answer explanation
The question asks about President Johnson's expectations for his shower. The correct response is 'All of the above,' which indicates that President Johnson desired more water, colder water, and body sprays in his shower. This choice encompasses all the options provided, thus it is the correct answer.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who said, 'Presidents come and go, butlers stay'?
John Muffler
White House Butler
Rex Scouten
Buddy Carter
Answer explanation
The quote 'Presidents come and go, butlers stay' is attributed to the White House Butler. This is the correct choice from the given options, as it's the source directly associated with this quote.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What president was too big for the White House bathtub and had to have a new tub installed?
Taft
Clinton
Reagan
Nixon
Answer explanation
President William Howard Taft was known for his large stature, so much so that the standard White House bathtub did not accommodate him. As a result, a new, larger bathtub was installed in the White House to fit his needs. Taft, therefore, is the correct answer to the question about which president was too big for the White House bathtub and had a new one installed.
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