Presidents' Day History and Significance

What is the primary purpose of Presidents' Day in the United States?

When is Presidents' Day observed in the United States?

• The third Monday in February

• February 22

• February 12

• The last Monday in February

Which president's birthday was originally celebrated as a federal holiday, leading to the creation of Presidents' Day?

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• George Washington
• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

What was the purpose of the Uniform Monday Holiday Bill passed by Congress in 1968?

• To move several federal holidays to Mondays for long weekends

• To rename Washington's Birthday as Presidents' Day

• To make Lincoln's birthday a federal holiday

• To create more holidays throughout the year

Why did the name 'Presidents' Day' gain popularity despite Congress rejecting the official name change?