President's Day

What is the primary purpose of Presidents' Day as described in the passage?

• To honor the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln

• To celebrate all U.S. presidents

• To provide a day off for workers

• To promote retail sales

When was Presidents' Day officially established as a federal holiday?

• 1799

• 1885

• 1968

• 1971

Which act led to the shift from Washington's Birthday to Presidents' Day?

• The Uniform Monday Holiday Act

• The Federal Holiday Act

• The Executive Order by President Nixon

• The Holiday Recognition Act

What educational opportunity does Presidents' Day provide for students?

• Learning about the history and contributions of U.S. presidents

• Participating in national parades

• Engaging in community service

• Visiting presidential libraries

Which book is mentioned in the passage as a resource for younger students to learn about Abraham Lincoln?

• Abe’s Honest Words: The Life of Abraham Lincoln

• Lincoln: A Photobiography

• Team of Rivals

• The Life of Abraham Lincoln

Record yourself reading the first two paragraphs.