President's Day Facts Quiz

When did President's Day become a national holiday?

• 1892

• 1968

• 1879

• 1776

Who was the president when President's Day became a national holiday?

• Rutherford B Hayes

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the original name of the holiday before it was called President's Day?

• Presidential Celebration

• Founding Fathers' Day

• Washington's Birthday

• Lincoln's Day

In what year was President's Day changed to the third Monday of February?

• 1968

• 1879

• 1892

• 1776

Which president's birthday was always celebrated on February 22nd?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• John F Kennedy

• Thomas Jefferson

What do many stores have on President's Day?

• Huge sales

• Parades

• Fireworks

• Concerts

Why are schools closed on President's Day?

• To have a day off

• To honor all presidents

• To celebrate George Washington

• It's a federal holiday

What is a symbol of George Washington often associated with President's Day?

• Peach tree

• Apple tree

• Cherry tree

• Pear tree

Which president is associated with the legend of being honest about chopping down a cherry tree?

• John F Kennedy

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

What do all states celebrate on President's Day?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• All the presidents

• Independence Day