Early Life
Where did Abigail Adams grow up?
Weymouth, Massachusetts
Who did Abigail Adams marry?
John Adams
How many letters did Abigail Adams send to John Adams?
Over 1,100 while he was in Pennsylvania for the Continental Congress
Who were the first residents of the White House?
John and Abigail Adams
Who were Abigail Adams’ parents?
William Smith and Elizabeth Quincy Smith
What day did Abigail Adams get married to John Adams?
October 25, 1764
What did Abigail Adams say to John about women’s rights?
She wrote,”Remember The Ladies” Which was one of Abigail Adams‘ famous quotes from one of her letters to John
What year did Abigail move into the White House?
1800
Did Abigail Adams go to a proper school?
No, she was self-taught and taught by her mother in her own house
What age was Abigail Adams when she got married?
20 years old
Why were her letters filled with typos?
She was never taught how to spell properly
How long did Abigail live in the White House?
About 4 months
When is Abigail Adams’ birthday?
November 22, but originally November 11, before the calendar change
How many children did Abigail have?
6, 3 sons and 3 daughters
What was one thing she wrote in her letters to John?
Provided information on British Troops in Boston
How many Adams’ became president?
2 Adams’ where in office, John Adams and John Quincy Adams
What was Abigail's maiden name?
Smith
How many of her kids outlived her?
2, John Quincy Adams and Thomas Boylston. All others died in infancy or in early adulthood.
What was a common nickname Abigail used when signing her letters to John Adams?
Portia
What were Abigail's thoughts on the White House?
She expressed dismay at its unfinished state because it was not fully built