Facts about the White House

Facts about the White House

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Mathematics

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores various fun facts and historical insights about the White House, including its architecture, history, and notable events. Tyler takes viewers on a journey to the White House, sharing interesting tidbits about its construction, the presidents who lived there, and the financial challenges they faced. The video also touches on the White House's lighting history, ghost stories, and the inspiration behind the Oval Office. Additionally, it discusses the reconstruction of the White House and its secret entrances.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the Prohibition era, what unusual method did people use to hide items in the White House?

In the basement

In the bushes

In the attic

In the kitchen

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the address of the White House?

1800 Pennsylvania Ave

1600 Pennsylvania Ave

1700 Pennsylvania Ave

1500 Pennsylvania Ave

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many floors does the White House have?

Four

Five

Seven

Six

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first president to live in the White House?

John Adams

Thomas Jefferson

James Madison

George Washington

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original name of the White House?

Presidential Mansion

Executive Residence

Presidential Palace

Federal House

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which president was afraid of using the electric lights in the White House?

Benjamin Harrison

William McKinley

Woodrow Wilson

Theodore Roosevelt

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which president is rumored to haunt the White House?

Andrew Jackson

George Washington

Thomas Jefferson

Abraham Lincoln