Lincoln's Birthday
Where was Abraham Lincoln born?
Iowa
Tennessee
Kentucky
He was born in a log-cabin in Hardin County, Kentucky on February 12, 1809.
What percentage of roses purchased on Valentine's Day are red?
78%
86%
94%
According to the Ipsos-Insight for the American Floral Endowment's Consumer Tracking Study (2004), of roses purchased on Valentine's Day, 69% are red, 6% pink, 6% peach/salmon, 5% yellow, 4% white, 7% mixed colors and 4% other.
Who was the first President to live in the White House?
George Washington
James Madison
John Adams
Although George Washington oversaw the construction of the house, he never lived in it. It was not until 1800, when the White House was nearly completed, that its first residents, President John Adams and his wife Abigail, moved in.
What material were George Washington's false teeth carved from?
Wood
Ivory
Gold
George Washington suffered from toothaches for much of his adult life. At the age of 57, he finally had all of his teeth pulled, and from that point on he always wore false teeth. Although legend has it that these false teeth were carved from wood, they were actually carved from ivory and set in a silver plate.
When did the celebration of Black History Month begin?
1963
1970
1976
Since 1976, every American president has designated February as Black History Month
Who was Abraham Lincoln named after?
His Grandfather
The Biblical Abraham
The Poet Abraham Cowley
U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was named after his paternal grandfather, Abraham Lincoln, who had been killed by Native American Indians.
How many Valentine Cards are sent each year?
10 Billion
1 Billion
2 Billion
The Greeting Card Association estimates that approximately one billion valentine cards are sent world-wide each year, making Valentine's Day the second largest card-sending holiday of the year behind Christmas.
How many future U. S. Presidents signed the Declaration of Independence?
0
2
4
Only two future U.S. Presidents signed the Declaration of Independence: Thomas Jefferson and John Adams.
Who served as Vice President of the United States during George Washington's Presidency?
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
James Madison
John Adams served as Vice President of the United States during George Washington's Presidency (1789-1797). After Washington refused to serve a third term, Adams was elected the second President of the United States (1797-1801). His son, John Quincy Adams, also became President (1825-1829).
Which President officially recognized Black History Month?
Gerald Ford
Jimmy Carter
Richard Nixon
Gerald Ford
Which of the following was NOT one of Abraham Lincoln's nicknames?
Honest Abe
The Industrial Giant
Rail-Splitter
U.S. President Abraham Lincoln had many nicknames, including Honest Abe and the Rail Splitter--but NOT The Industrial Giant.
Statistically, a woman who purchases flowers on Valentine's Day is most likely buying them for ...?
Her Children
Her Significant Other
Herself
According to the Ipsos-Insight for the American Floral Endowment's Consumer Tracking Study (2004), when a woman buys flowers on Valentine's Day she is most often buying them for herself (27%). Other common recipients include her mother (23%), her significant other (18%), her daughter (8%) or a friend (7%).
Who was the first President to appear on TV?
John F. Kennedy
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry S. Truman
The first President to appear on black and white television was Franklin D. Roosevelt on April 30, 1939 at the opening ceremonies for the World's Fair.
Before he became a soldier, what was Washington's chosen profession?
Carpenter
Surveyor
Lawyer
Washington began his career as a professional surveyor in 1749 at the age of 17. He completed his first survey (a 400-acre parcel of land) in less than two days.
Who was the first African American Major League Baseball player?
Jackie Robinson
Ernie Banks
Larry Doby
Jackie Robinson
What U. S. paper currency features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln?
$10 Bill
$5 Bill
$20 Bill
The U.S. five dollar bill currently features U. S. President Abraham Lincoln's portrait on the front side and the Lincoln Memorial on the back. Previous versions of the five dollar bill featured Alexander Hamilton (1862), Andrew Jackson (1869), and Ulysses S. Grant (1886).
What percentage of Valentine Cards are purchased by women?
56%
72%
85%
The Greeting Card Association estimates that women purchase approximately 85 percent of all valentines. Apparently, women really are more thoughtful!
Who was the first U.S. President to be married in the White House?
Martin Van Buren
Grover Cleveland
George Washington
In June 1886, Grover Cleveland took 21-year-old Frances Folsom as his wife, making him the first President to be married in the White House. He was also the first President to have a child born there.
What was George Washington's favorite soup?
Cabbage Soup
Peanut Soup
Bacon Soup
If you have never tasted peanut soup, then you are missing out on one of the classic dishes of the colonial era. It is rumored that George Washington ate this soup every day.
When did Martin Luther King Jr. give his “I Have A Dream Speech”?
Sept. 9, 1965
Aug 28, 1963
Dec. 21, 1962
On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr., delivered a speech to a massive group of civil rights marchers gathered around the Lincoln memorial in Washington DC.
What national holiday did Lincoln establish?
Thanksgiving
Labor Day
Christmas
Lincoln is largely responsible for the institution of the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States. While it had been celebrated sporadically and on irregular dates prior to his administration, it was Lincoln who officially declared the final Thursday in November to be a day of Thanksgiving.
Who created the first Valentine's Day box of chocolates?
Richard Cadbury
Russell Stover
Milton Hershey
In 1822, John Cadbury opened a tea and coffee shop in Birmingham, England. He soon expanded into chocolate manufacturing, and in 1861 his son Richard greatly increased sales by packaging Cadbury chocolates in the world's first heart shaped candy box for Valentine's Day.
Who was the only U. S. President to also serve as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
William Howard Taft
William McKinley
Franklin Pierce
William Howard Taft never really wanted to be President. He preferred law to politics and always aspired to serve on the Supreme Court. But his wife -- who wanted to be first lady -- had other ambitions for him. After four uncomfortable years as President, Taft left the White House and became a Professor of Law at Yale. In 1920, Taft finally realized his true dream when President Harding made him Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, a position which he held until just before his death in 1930.
What was George Washington's natural hair color?
White
Black
Red
Although wigs were fashionable, Washington kept his own hair. He usually wore it long and tied back in a queue, or ponytail. He did powder his hair, giving it the iconic white color seen in famous portraits, but as a young man, Washington was actually a redhead!
Who wrote the bestselling memoir “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”?
Alice Walker
Maya Angelou
Coretta Scott King
Maya Angelou