How Well Do You Know James Madison?

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James Madison was the ____ President of the United States of America.
- 1st
- 2nd
- 3rd
- 4th
- 5th
- 6th

About This Quiz

James Madison, in his days, was a phenomenal American politician and statesman. First, he served as a Vice President four times and then a President. Second, he became one of the Founding Fathers.

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2.

Where is the current resting place of James Madison?
- Virginia
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Kentucky
Correct Answer

A. Virginia

Explanation

James Madison's current resting place is in Virginia. This is because Virginia is his home state and he was born and lived most of his life there. After his death, he was buried at his family estate, Montpelier, in Orange County, Virginia.

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3.

James Madison is often regarded as the Father of Constitution because...
- Of his role drafting and promoting the US Constitution and Bill of Rights
- He was the first to talk about the adoption of a Constitution in the US
- He was the first President of the US to talk about the rule of law
- He fought for the Constitution
Correct Answer

A. Of his role drafting and promoting the US Constitution and Bill of Rights

Explanation

James Madison is often regarded as the Father of the Constitution because of his significant role in drafting and promoting the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. He played a crucial part in the Constitutional Convention of 1787, where he actively contributed to the creation of the Constitution. Madison was also a key advocate for the inclusion of the Bill of Rights, which further protected individual liberties. His dedication and efforts in shaping and championing the Constitution make him deserving of the title "Father of the Constitution."

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4.

James graduated from...
- Yale University
- Harvard University
- Princeton University
- Alabama University
Correct Answer

A. Princeton University

Explanation

The correct answer is Princeton University because it is the only university mentioned in the options that James graduated from. The other universities listed (Yale, Harvard, and Alabama) are not relevant to James' graduation.

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5.

James Madison was born in...
- 1750
- 1751
- 1752
- 1753
Correct Answer

A. 1751

Explanation

James Madison was born in 1751. This is the only option given that matches his birth year.

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6.

Who served as James Madison’s Vice President?
- Thomas Jefferson
- James Monroe
- George Clinton
- Bill Clinton
Correct Answer

A. George Clinton

Explanation

George Clinton served as James Madison's Vice President.

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7.

James Madison became the 5th United States Secretary of State in...
- 1800
- 1801
- 1802
- 1803
Correct Answer

A. 1801

Explanation

James Madison became the 5th United States Secretary of State in 1801. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question. The question states that James Madison became the 5th United States Secretary of State, and the only year mentioned in the options is 1801. Therefore, it can be concluded that James Madison assumed the position in 1801.

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When was James Madison elected into office as the President of the United States?
- 1806
- 1807
- 1808
- 1809
Correct Answer

A. 1809

Explanation

James Madison was elected into office as the President of the United States in 1809.

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James Madison died in...
- 1835
- 1836
- 1837
- 1838
Correct Answer

A. 1836

Explanation

James Madison died in 1836.

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10.

When did James Madison get married?
- 1792
- 1793
- 1794
- 1795
Correct Answer

A. 1794

Explanation

James Madison got married in 1794.

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