Exploring Facts About the White House for Kids

The video provides an overview of the White House, its history, and its significance as the residence and workplace of the U.S. President. It covers the White House's location in Washington D.C., its historical name change, and the impact of the War of 1812. The video also highlights modern features like the swimming pool and bowling alley, and offers information on how to visit or contact the White House.

Where is the White House located?

• Washington D.C.

• New York City

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

What does 'D.C.' stand for in Washington D.C.?

• District of Country

• District of Congress

• District of Capital

• District of Columbia

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

• John Adams

• James Madison

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

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What was the original name of the White House?

• President's Mansion

• President's House

• Federal House

• Executive Mansion

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Which president officially named it the White House?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• James Madison

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During which war was the White House set on fire?

• War of 1812

• American Revolutionary War

• World War I

• Civil War

What year was the White House set on fire?

• 1816

• 1814

• 1812

• 1818

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of the modern White House?

• Swimming pool

• Bowling alley

• Movie theater

• Amusement park

What is the shape of the Oval Office?

• Circle

• Square

• Rectangle

• Oval

What is the address of the White House?

• 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue

• 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue

• 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue

• 1800 Pennsylvania Avenue