Presidents And States And Capitals
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this is to teach kids about presidents. I am also actually a ten year old fifth grader named jordan cubero. And i go to high horizons magnet school. I also thank my social studies teacher mr. Hennesey for teaching my class so much about the presidents and states and capitals
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who was the fattest president of the united states?
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Woodrow wilson
- B.
William howard taft
- C.
Harry truman
- D.
Rutherford b. hayes
- E.
None
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B. William howard taftExplanation
William Howard Taft is considered the fattest president of the United States because he had a significantly higher weight compared to other presidents. Taft weighed over 300 pounds during his presidency and had a body mass index (BMI) of over 42, which is considered obese. He struggled with his weight throughout his life and even had a custom-made bathtub installed in the White House to accommodate his size. Taft's weight and struggles with obesity have made him the most well-known and recognized "fat" president in American history.Rate this question:
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Which president dropped the first atomic bomb?
- A.
Harry truman
- B.
Lyndon baines johnson
- C.
Richard m. nixon
- D.
None
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A. Harry trumanExplanation
Harry Truman is the correct answer because he was the president who made the decision to drop the first atomic bomb during World War II. The bomb was dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945. This decision was made in order to bring a swift end to the war and save lives, although it remains a controversial and heavily debated topic.Rate this question:
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Which president is the 35th president?
- A.
James buchanan
- B.
Abraham lincoln
- C.
John f. kennedy
- D.
None
- E.
Dwigh eisenhower
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C. John f. kennedyExplanation
john f. kennedy if you know presidnts in orderRate this question:
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Which 2 presidents wrote the declaration of independence in the american revolutionary war?
- A.
George washington,john adams
- B.
John adams,thomas jefferson
- C.
None
Correct Answer
B. John adams,thomas jeffersonExplanation
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson are the correct answer because they were both members of the committee appointed by the Second Continental Congress to draft the Declaration of Independence. Adams played a significant role in the drafting process and was one of the main advocates for independence. Jefferson, known for his eloquent writing, was chosen to actually write the document. Both Adams and Jefferson went on to become Presidents of the United States.Rate this question:
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Who was abgail adams's husband?
- A.
John adams
- B.
John quincy adams
- C.
None of the above
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A. John adamsExplanation
Abigail Adams's husband was John Adams.Rate this question:
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Which president is the 39th president?
- A.
Jimmy carter
- B.
Ronald reagan
- C.
Gerald r. ford
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A. Jimmy carterExplanation
Jimmy Carter is the correct answer because he served as the 39th president of the United States. He was in office from 1977 to 1981. Ronald Reagan was the 40th president, and Gerald R. Ford was the 38th president. Therefore, Jimmy Carter is the correct choice for the 39th president.Rate this question:
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Who is shortest president?
- A.
William henry harrison
- B.
James madison
- C.
James monroe
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B. James madisonExplanation
James Madison is the correct answer because he was the shortest president in terms of physical height. He stood at only 5 feet 4 inches tall, making him the shortest president to ever hold office.Rate this question:
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Who is the shortest serving president?
- A.
William henry harrison
- B.
James madison
- C.
James monroe
- D.
None
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A. William henry harrisonExplanation
William Henry Harrison is the shortest serving president because he served as the 9th president of the United States for only 32 days. He was inaugurated on March 4, 1841, and died on April 4, 1841, making his presidency the shortest in American history.Rate this question:
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Which president was elected twice?
- A.
Benjamin harrison
- B.
Grover cleveland
- C.
William mckinley
- D.
None
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B. Grover clevelandExplanation
Grover Cleveland is the correct answer because he is the only president in U.S. history to have been elected to two non-consecutive terms. He served as the 22nd president from 1885 to 1889, and then was re-elected and served as the 24th president from 1893 to 1897. Benjamin Harrison and William McKinley were both elected once, and the option "none" is incorrect as Grover Cleveland was indeed elected twice.Rate this question:
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What is the capital of new mexico?
- A.
New mexico city
- B.
Santa fe
- C.
None of the above
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B. Santa feExplanation
Santa Fe is the correct answer because it is the capital of New Mexico. New Mexico City is not the capital, and "none of the above" is also incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is the capital of virginia?
- A.
Trenton
- B.
Richmond
- C.
Montpelier
- D.
None of the above
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B. RichmondExplanation
The correct answer is Richmond. Richmond is the capital of Virginia. It is located in the eastern part of the state and is known for its rich history, including its role in the American Civil War. Richmond is also a vibrant city with cultural attractions, museums, and a thriving culinary scene.Rate this question:
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What is the capital of conneticut?
- A.
Hartford
- B.
Bridgeport
- C.
Trumbull
- D.
Albany
- E.
None of the above
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A. HartfordExplanation
The correct answer is Hartford. Hartford is the capital of Connecticut.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What is the capital of new jersey?
- A.
Trenton
- B.
Frenchtown
- C.
Albany
- D.
None the above
Correct Answer
A. TrentonExplanation
Trenton is the correct answer because it is the capital of New Jersey. The other options, Frenchtown and Albany, are not the capitals of New Jersey. "None of the above" is also not the correct answer as Trenton is the capital.Rate this question:
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What is the capital of new york?
- A.
Albany
- B.
Trenton
- C.
Hartford
- D.
Montpelier
- E.
None of the following
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A. AlbanyExplanation
The capital of New York is Albany.Rate this question:
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Which state was the largest state in the united states?
- A.
Texas
- B.
Alaska
- C.
New mexico
- D.
Tenessee
- E.
Vermont
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B. AlaskaExplanation
Alaska is the correct answer because it is the largest state in the United States in terms of land area. It has a total area of approximately 663,267 square miles, making it significantly larger than the other options listed. Texas is the second-largest state, but it is smaller than Alaska. New Mexico, Tennessee, and Vermont are all much smaller states in comparison.Rate this question:
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What is the largest gulf coast state?
- A.
Texas
- B.
Alabama
- C.
Mississippi
- D.
Florida
- E.
None of the above
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A. TexasExplanation
Texas is the largest Gulf Coast state because it has the longest coastline along the Gulf of Mexico compared to the other options. With approximately 367 miles of coastline, Texas surpasses the other Gulf Coast states in terms of size. Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida also have coastlines along the Gulf of Mexico, but they are smaller in comparison. Therefore, Texas is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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What is the capital of alaska?
- A.
Juneau
- B.
Alaska city
- C.
Madison
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A. JuneauExplanation
The correct answer is Juneau. Juneau is the capital of Alaska. It is located in the southeastern part of the state and is the second-largest city in Alaska. Juneau became the capital of Alaska in 1906, replacing Sitka. It is known for its beautiful scenery, including mountains, glaciers, and the nearby Mendenhall Glacier. Juneau is also a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and whale watching.Rate this question:
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- 18.
What is the capital of wisconsin?
- A.
Jefferson city
- B.
Juneau
- C.
Madison
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C. MadisonExplanation
Madison is the correct answer because it is the capital of Wisconsin. Jefferson City is the capital of Missouri, while Juneau is the capital of Alaska. Madison is known for its vibrant cultural scene, beautiful lakes, and being home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison.Rate this question:
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