Founding Fathers and Early U.S. History

The video introduces first graders to the Founding Fathers, explaining their roles in creating the U.S. government and important documents like the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. It highlights key figures such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton, discussing their contributions and significance. The lesson encourages students to reflect on their own important actions.

What is the main focus of the lesson in the video?

• Mathematics

• Science

• Social Studies

• Art

Who was the first president of the United States?

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

Which document did Thomas Jefferson write?

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Bill of Rights

Who helped to word the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• John Hancock

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

Which president was John Adams?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

What did Benjamin Franklin sign?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

• The Articles of Confederation

Who was the fourth president of the United States?

• John Adams

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

What did James Madison believe in?

• The separation of church and state

• The expansion of the United States

• Citizens having rights and responsibilities

• The abolition of slavery

Which Founding Father is on the $10 bill?

• Alexander Hamilton

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What was Alexander Hamilton's role in the Constitution?

• He wrote the entire document

• He helped it become a law

• He opposed its creation

• He was not involved