Inside The White House Video

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

What happened to the White House during the War of 1812?

• It was burned by the British Army

• It was damaged by an earthquake

• It was renovated by President Madison

• It was used as a hospital

Answer explanation

During the War of 1812, the White House was indeed burned by the British Army. This is true and eliminates the other options which state it was damaged by an earthquake, renovated by President Madison, or used as a hospital. These events did not occur during the War of 1812.

What president had a putting green on the White House lawn?

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

• John F. Kennedy

Answer explanation

Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States, was an avid golfer. He loved the game so much that he had a putting green installed on the White House lawn during his presidency. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is Dwight D. Eisenhower.

What animal is all over the south White House lawn?

• Squirrel

• Rabbit

• Deer

• Peacock

Answer explanation

The question asks about the animal that is all over the south lawn of the White House. The options provided are Squirrel, Rabbit, Deer and Peacock. The correct answer is Squirrel. The south lawn of the White House is well-known for its population of squirrels.