What is Presidents' Day?

The video explains the origins and evolution of Presidents Day in the United States. Initially celebrated as George Washington's Birthday, it became a national holiday in 1885. Over time, the holiday evolved to honor all US presidents, providing Americans with a long weekend in February. The video highlights George Washington's significant contributions as a leader during the Revolutionary War and as the first US president.

What is the primary purpose of Presidents Day?

• To commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• To celebrate all U.S. presidents

• To mark the end of the Revolutionary War

• To honor only George Washington

Where was George Washington born?

• Pennsylvania

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

• New York

What significant role did George Washington play during the Revolutionary War?

• He led the Patriots to victory

• He was a spy for the French

• He was a British general

• He signed the Treaty of Paris

When did the United States officially start celebrating George Washington's birthday as a national holiday?

• 1776

• 1799

• 1885

• 1968

Why was the holiday moved to always fall on a Monday?

• To coincide with the start of the school year

• To match the date of the Revolutionary War's end

• To ensure a long weekend for workers and students

• To align with George Washington's actual birthday