U.S. Presidential Inauguration Traditions

U.S. Presidential Inauguration Traditions

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Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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Aiden Montgomery

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The video explores the significance of U.S. presidential inaugurations, focusing on the 2021 event amid a global pandemic and heightened security following the January 6th Capitol attack. It highlights historical precedents, including George Washington's and Abraham Lincoln's inaugurations, and discusses the milestone of Kamala Harris becoming the first female vice president. The video also analyzes President Biden's inaugural address, emphasizing themes of unity and democracy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key features of the U.S. presidential inauguration?

It is a private event with no public participation.

The inauguration takes place every two years.

It marks the peaceful transfer of power.

It is held in New York City.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the first U.S. presidential inauguration held?

New York City

Philadelphia

Boston

Washington D.C.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tradition did George Washington start during his inauguration?

Holding the inauguration in March

Hosting a public feast

Delivering an inaugural address

Wearing a special inauguration robe

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant security concern during the 2021 inauguration?

A global pandemic

A natural disaster

A foreign invasion

A financial crisis

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event on January 6th, 2021, heightened security concerns for the inauguration?

A natural disaster

A protest at the Capitol

A foreign invasion

A financial crisis

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which president had to be secretly brought into Washington D.C. due to security threats?

Abraham Lincoln

George Washington

Thomas Jefferson

Franklin D. Roosevelt

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key theme in Joe Biden's inaugural address?

Technological advancement

Economic prosperity

National unity

Military strength

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