Chester Arthur's Presidency and White House Redecoration

Chester Arthur's Presidency and White House Redecoration

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

FREE Resource

5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Chester Arthur's reputation regarding his personal style?

He was considered a gentleman boss with elegant taste.

He preferred a rustic and rugged appearance.

He was known for his simple and modest lifestyle.

He was known for his military-style attire.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Chester Arthur delay moving into the White House?

He was not interested in living in the White House.

He was busy with other presidential duties.

He wanted the White House to be redecorated to his taste.

He was waiting for the previous president's family to vacate.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Chester Arthur hire to assist with the White House redecoration?

Thomas Jefferson

Andrew Jackson Downing

Louis Comfort Tiffany

Frank Lloyd Wright

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant feature of the White House's new design under Arthur?

Art Deco elements with geometric patterns

Colonial-style wooden furniture

Victorian opulence with lavish silks and inlaid silver

Minimalist and modern decor

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Chester Arthur do with the outdated White House items?

He donated them to a museum.

He gave them to his family.

He stored them in a warehouse.

He auctioned them off.