Funeral of President Harding July 29th, 1923, USA

President Harding, already weakened by the flu and stress from a scandal, died of a cerebral hemorrhage. Despite his waning popularity, there was a massive outpouring of affection. Crowds gathered at every stop of his funeral train, singing his favorite hymn, 'Onward, Christian Soldiers.'

What were the contributing factors to President Harding's death?

• Food poisoning and exhaustion

• A heart attack and pneumonia

• The flu and stress from a scandal

• A car accident and old age

How did the public's view of Harding change after his death?

• There was a significant outpouring of affection

• His popularity decreased further

• His popularity remained unchanged

• His popularity increased significantly

What was the public's reaction during Harding's funeral procession?

• They protested against the government

• They held a silent vigil

• They ignored the procession

• They gathered in large numbers and sang

Which hymn was sung by the mourners during Harding's funeral train journey?

• Amazing Grace

• Rock of Ages

• Onward Christian Soldiers

• Abide with Me

What was the significance of the hymn sung during the funeral procession?

• It was a hymn written by Harding

• It was a hymn chosen by the government

• It was Harding's favorite hymn

• It was a popular song of the era