Presidents Day Trivia Quiz For Beginners

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George Washington is the first American president whose birthday is being celebrated by United States citizens. Every second Monday in February is slated for the day's celebration in which many people leave their works for the celebration. Presidents Day is a great day for remembering the presence of the American president.

Questions and Answers

1.

Which Monday of February is chosen for the holiday?
- A.
  
  First
- B.
  
  Second
- C.
  
  Third
- D.
  
  Fourth
Correct Answer
C. Third

Explanation
The holiday is chosen on the third Monday of February.

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2.

What year was George Washington born?
- A.
  
  1735
- B.
  
  1734
- C.
  
  1733
- D.
  
  1732
Correct Answer
D. 1732

Explanation
George Washington was born in 1732.

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3.

Which of these food is associated with the holiday?
- A.
  
  Cherry pie
- B.
  
  Meat pie
- C.
  
  Pizza
- D.
  
  Fish pie
Correct Answer
A. Cherry pie

Explanation
Cherry pie is associated with the holiday because it is a traditional dessert often served during holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is a sweet and tart pie made with a cherry filling and a flaky crust. The red color of the cherries also adds to the festive atmosphere of the holiday.

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4.

Which of these is not an American past president?
- A.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
- B.
  
  Benjamin Franklin
- C.
  
  George Washington
- D.
  
  Ben Carson
Correct Answer
D. Ben Carson

Explanation
Ben Carson is not an American past president because he has never served as the President of the United States. While Abraham Lincoln, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington are all notable figures in American history who have held the position of President, Ben Carson is a retired neurosurgeon and politician who ran for President in 2016 but was not successful in securing the nomination or winning the election.

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5.

What is the frequency of this memorial day?
- A.
  
  Annual
- B.
  
  Perennial
- C.
  
  Biennial
- D.
  
  Triennial
Correct Answer
A. Annual

Explanation
The correct answer is "Annual". The term "annual" refers to something that occurs once a year. In the context of the question, it is asking about the frequency of a memorial day, which is a day of remembrance that is observed every year. Therefore, the correct answer is annual, indicating that the memorial day occurs once every year.

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6.

What is Abraham Lincoln's birthday?
- A.
  
  February 12
- B.
  
  February 13
- C.
  
  February 14
- D.
  
  February 15
Correct Answer
A. February 12

Explanation
Abraham Lincoln's birthday is on February 12.

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7.

Which of these is the celebration linked to?
- A.
  
  Reagan's Day
- B.
  
  Washington's Day
- C.
  
  Lincoln's Day
- D.
  
  Franklin's Day
Correct Answer
C. Lincoln's Day

Explanation
Lincoln's Day is the celebration linked to the given options. This can be inferred from the fact that the other options, Reagan's Day, Washington's Day, and Franklin's Day, do not have any historical significance or widely recognized celebrations associated with them. Lincoln's Day is most likely referring to the celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday, which is observed on February 12th in the United States.

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8.

Who is the third American president?
- A.
  
  George Washington
- B.
  
  Benjamin Franklin
- C.
  
  Thomas Jefferson
- D.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
Correct Answer
C. Thomas Jefferson

Explanation
Thomas Jefferson is the correct answer because he was the third American president. George Washington was the first president, Benjamin Franklin was not a president but a founding father, and Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president.

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9.

What type of holiday is the President's Day?
- A.
  
  Federal
- B.
  
  World
- C.
  
  State
- D.
  
  District
Correct Answer
A. Federal

Explanation
President's Day is a federal holiday. This means that it is observed and recognized by the federal government of the United States. It is a day to honor and celebrate the contributions and achievements of past presidents, particularly George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. As a federal holiday, it is recognized and observed throughout the entire country, rather than being specific to a particular state or district.

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10.

What was the 2018 date of Presidents' Day?
- A.
  
  February 19
- B.
  
  February 12
- C.
  
  February 13
- D.
  
  February 15
Correct Answer
A. February 19

Explanation
Presidents' Day is a federal holiday celebrated in the United States on the third Monday of February. In 2018, the third Monday of February fell on the 19th, making February 19 the correct date for Presidents' Day that year.

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