How Well Do You Know Zachary Taylor?

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How Well Do You Know Zachary Taylor? - Quiz

Do you know who Zachary Taylor is? Well, as an intro, he was a president of the United States of America who died whilst still on the position.

Questions and Answers

1.

What was his number in regards to presidency?
- A.
  
  9
- B.
  
  12
- C.
  
  13
- D.
  
  11
Correct Answer
B. 12

Explanation
The correct answer is 12. This suggests that the individual in question held the position of the 12th president.

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2.

In which month was Taylor born?
- A.
  
  November
- B.
  
  May
- C.
  
  June
- D.
  
  September
Correct Answer
A. November

Explanation
The correct answer is November.

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3.

Which year was Zachary Taylor born?
- A.
  
  1795
- B.
  
  1798
- C.
  
  1784
- D.
  
  1767
Correct Answer
C. 1784

Explanation
Zachary Taylor was born in 1784.

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4.

In which year did Zachary die?
- A.
  
  1850
- B.
  
  1867
- C.
  
  1855
- D.
  
  1849
Correct Answer
A. 1850

Explanation
Zachary died in the year 1850.

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5.

What was his rank in army when he became president?
- A.
  
  Colonel
- B.
  
  Major General
- C.
  
  Captain
- D.
  
  Lieutenant
Correct Answer
B. Major General

Explanation
The correct answer is Major General. This implies that the person mentioned in the question held the rank of Major General in the army when he became president.

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6.

From where did Zachary come from?
- A.
  
  Pennsylvania
- B.
  
  Ohio
- C.
  
  Texas
- D.
  
  Louisiana
Correct Answer
D. Louisiana

Explanation
Zachary came from Louisiana.

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7.

In which month did Taylor die?
- A.
  
  July
- B.
  
  June
- C.
  
  April
- D.
  
  May
Correct Answer
A. July

Explanation
Taylor died in July.

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8.

Which of the following is the name of his daughter?
- A.
  
  Elizabeth Knox
- B.
  
  Hannah Knox
- C.
  
  Sarah Knox
- D.
  
  Lana Knox
Correct Answer
C. Sarah Knox

Explanation
The given correct answer for the question is "Sarah Knox". This implies that out of the four options provided, Sarah Knox is the name of his daughter.

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9.

What was the profession his parents practiced?
- A.
  
  Slavery
- B.
  
  Farming
- C.
  
  Carpentry
- D.
  
  Politics
Correct Answer
B. Farming

Explanation
The given correct answer is "Farming". This suggests that the profession his parents practiced was farming.

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10.

What was his nickname during the war
- A.
  
  Old Man Colonel
- B.
  
  Old Dirty Bastard
- C.
  
  Old Rough and Steady
- D.
  
  Old Dirty Man
Correct Answer
C. Old Rough and Steady

Explanation
During the war, the person in question was given the nickname "Old Rough and Steady." This nickname suggests that he was experienced and resilient, able to handle difficult situations with a steady and determined approach. It implies that he was reliable and dependable, someone who could be counted on in challenging times. The nickname "Old Rough and Steady" conveys a sense of respect and admiration for his strength and endurance during the war.

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