White House Trivia

In which year was the White House built?

• 1776-1783

• 1792-1800

• 1820-1830

• 1850-1860

What architectural style is the White House primarily known for?

• Neoclassical

• Gothic

• Art Deco

• Baroque

Who was the first President to live in the White House?

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

Which President added the Oval Office to the White House?

• William Howard Taft

• Abraham Lincoln

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• John F. Kennedy

What major event caused the White House to undergo extensive renovations in the early 20th century?

• Earthquake in 1910

• Flood in 1945

• Fire on Christmas Eve in 1929

• Tornado in 1935

Which room in the White House is known for hosting official ceremonies and events?

• North Room

• South Room

• East Room

• West Room

What is the name of the room in the White House where the President's Cabinet meets?

• Conference Room

• Meeting Room

• Cabinet Room

• Executive Room

Which President installed the first telephone in the White House?

• Rutherford B. Hayes

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

What is the significance of the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office?

• Represents the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Used by every president since George Washington

• Symbolizes the relationship between the U.S. and the U.K., and is associated with important presidential decisions.

• Serves as a tribute to Native American culture

Which President established the tradition of pardoning a turkey before Thanksgiving?

• President Abraham Lincoln

• President Thomas Jefferson

• President George H.W. Bush

• President John F. Kennedy