White House History Quiz

What was the original color of the White House before it was painted white?

• Red

• Light gray

• Dark brown

• Blue

Which event led to the White House being set on fire?

• World War I

• The War of 1812

• The American Civil War

• The Revolutionary War

How long did it take to restore the White House after the fire?

• 4 years

• 3 years

• 2 years

• 1 year

During which president's term was the White House interior completely renovated in the late 1940s?

• Harry Truman

• John F. Kennedy

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

What unusual method was used to bring a bulldozer into the White House during renovations?

• It was driven through the front door

• It was transported through underground tunnels

• It was airlifted by helicopter

• It was disassembled and reassembled inside