U.S. Presidential Inauguration Quiz

When did George Washington have the first inauguration?

• January 20, 1789

• April 30, 1789

• March 4, 1789

• July 4, 1789

What do presidents place their hand on during the oath of office?

• A flag

• A Bible

• The Constitution

• A newspaper

Which president spoke for two hours in freezing weather during his inauguration?

• George Washington

• William Henry Harrison

• Abraham Lincoln

• John F. Kennedy

When are U.S. presidential inaugurations usually held?

• January 1

• January 20

• March 4

• July 4

Where was Lyndon B. Johnson sworn in as president?

• The White House

• New York City

• Air Force One

• The U.S. Capitol

George Washington gave the shortest inaugural speech, which was only 135 words.

• True

• False

Inaugurations always include parades, parties, and concerts to celebrate the new president.

• True

• False

Amanda Gorman read a poem at George Washington's inauguration.

• True

• False

Barack Obama was the first president to use a Bible for his inauguration.

• True

• False

Before 1937, inaugurations were held on March 4th.

• True

• False