Martin Van Buren: An Obscure President

Macey Hensley presents a history lesson on Martin Van Buren, the eighth President of the United States. Known for his distinctive sideburns, Van Buren was the first president born in the independent USA. He changed White House security by stationing guards at the doors. Van Buren's campaign popularized the term 'OK', but he lost reelection, serving only one term. He reflected that his happiest days were entering and leaving office.

Who is the focus of Macey Hensley's lesson on obscure U.S. Presidents?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• Martin Van Buren

• George Washington

What is Martin Van Buren best known for, according to the lesson?

• His tall hat

• His large and hairy sideburns

• His wooden teeth

• His long speeches

What significant change did Van Buren make to the White House?

• He opened a public library

• He painted it blue

• He added a swimming pool

• He stationed guards at the doors

What phrase is Martin Van Buren credited with popularizing?

• Sure thing

• OK

• No problem

• All right

What was the outcome of Martin Van Buren's reelection campaign?

• He won by a landslide

• He lost the reelection

• He withdrew from the race

• He was impeached

How did Martin Van Buren feel about his presidency?

• He was indifferent

• He was happiest entering and leaving office

• He regretted becoming president

• He loved every moment