Presidents' Day: Honoring Two Great Leaders
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
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69
Presidents' Day honors two great presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Celebrated on the third Monday of February, it falls near their birthdays. Washington, our first president, and Lincoln, our Civil War leader, showed immense courage and leadership. This day reminds us of their nation-building efforts. Americans celebrate with parades, storytelling, and reenactments. Did you know Washington had wooden teeth? And Lincoln was a wrestler before he became President!
Question 1
Who does Presidents' Day honor?
A
George Washington and Abraham Lincoln
Explanation. Presidents' Day honors two great presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
B
Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin
C
John Adams and James Madison
D
Franklin Roosevelt and Theodore Roosevelt
E
Andrew Jackson and Ulysses S. Grant
Question 2
What is unique about George Washington's teeth?
A
They were made of wood
Explanation. George Washington had wooden teeth.
B
They were made of gold
C
They were made of silver
D
They were made of diamond
E
They were made of brass
Question 3
What was Abraham Lincoln's profession before becoming a president?
A
He was a wrestler
Explanation. Abraham Lincoln was a wrestler before he became President.
B
He was a teacher
C
He was a farmer
D
He was an actor
E
He was a doctor
Question 4
What do Americans do to celebrate Presidents' Day?
A
Parades, storytelling, and reenactments
Explanation. Americans celebrate Presidents' Day with parades, storytelling, and reenactments.
B
Firework displays and bonfires
C
Barbecues and picnics
D
Costume parties and trick-or-treating
E
Dancing and singing competitions
Question 5
When is Presidents' Day celebrated?
A
On the third Monday of February
Explanation. Presidents' Day is celebrated on the third Monday of February.
B
On the fourth Thursday of November
C
On the first Tuesday of November
D
On the second Monday of October
E
On the last Monday of May
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