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Which of these countries observe the President's Day?
- Mexico
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Canada

About This Quiz

As we know, George Washington, to be the first president of the United States, a day has been scheduled to celebrate his birthday. Americans observe the day to be one of the federal holidays across the country. The contribution of Washington to the nation's development led to the celebration of his day. Test your knowledge with this quiz!

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Which day was George Washington born?
- February 21
- February 22
- February 23
- February 24
Correct Answer

A. February 22

Explanation

George Washington was born on February 22.

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3.

Which of these Mondays in February is observed for the day?
- First
- Second
- Third
- Fourth
Correct Answer

A. Third

Explanation

The third Monday in February is observed as Presidents' Day in the United States. It is a federal holiday that honors George Washington, the first president of the United States, and is also seen as a day to celebrate all past presidents. This holiday is typically observed on the third Monday of February, providing a long weekend for many people.

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4.

Which type of holiday is the President's Day?
- Commercial
- Educational
- Federal
- Political
Correct Answer

A. Federal

Explanation

President's Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It is observed on the third Monday in February and is a day to honor and celebrate the country's presidents, particularly George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. As a federal holiday, it is recognized and observed by the federal government, as well as by many state and local governments. It is a day off for most federal employees, and many schools and businesses also close or have reduced hours. Therefore, the correct answer is Federal.

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5.

Which date was the day celebrated in 2018?
- February 17
- February 18
- February 19
- February 20
Correct Answer

A. February 19

Explanation

In 2018, the day celebrated fell on February 19.

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6.

What is the frequency of the holiday?
- Annual
- Biennial
- Perennial
- Millennial
Correct Answer

A. Annual

Explanation

The frequency of the holiday is annual, which means it occurs once every year. This suggests that the holiday is celebrated or observed on a yearly basis.

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7.

Which date is the Presidents' Day celebrated in 2019?
- February 17
- February 18
- February 19
- February 20
Correct Answer

A. February 18

Explanation

Presidents' Day is celebrated on the third Monday of February each year. In 2019, February 18th falls on a Monday, making it the correct date for Presidents' Day.

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8.

What year was George Washington born?
- 1731
- 1732
- 1733
- 1734
Correct Answer

A. 1732

Explanation

George Washington was born in 1732. This is the correct answer because historical records confirm that George Washington was born on February 22, 1732. He was the first president of the United States and played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War.

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9.

Which of these cities does not observe the President's Day?
- Hawaii
- Texas
- Washington
- Cairo
Correct Answer

A. Cairo

Explanation

Cairo is the correct answer because President's Day is a public holiday observed in the United States to honor and celebrate the country's presidents. Hawaii, Texas, and Washington are all states within the United States and therefore observe President's Day. Cairo, on the other hand, is the capital city of Egypt and is not part of the United States, so it does not observe this holiday.

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10.

Who was the first president of the United States?
- Abraham Lincoln
- George Washington
- Benjamin Franklin
- Donald Reagan
Correct Answer

A. George Washington

Explanation

George Washington was the first president of the United States. He served as the president from 1789 to 1797. Washington played a crucial role in the formation of the United States and establishing its government. He was a key figure in the American Revolution and was highly respected for his leadership qualities. Washington's presidency set many precedents and laid the foundation for the future presidents to follow. His contributions and leadership during the early years of the United States make him the correct answer to this question.

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