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      Who Was President When…?

      Who Was President When…?
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      By BrainFall Staff - Updated: April 9, 2024

      Growing up in the U.S., we all learned about our presidents. But do you ever wonder how much you actually remember about each of their terms? Or, if you’re still in school, you may need a productive study break. If either of these sounds like you, or if you fancy yourself an expert on U.S. presidential history, you may just want to take this quiz.

      Test your knowledge of who was president of the United States during many historical and cultural milestones. After having elected more than 40 presidents, and over 200 years of being an independent nation, the U.S. has had quite the long (and somewhat confusing) history.

      Who Was President?

      There have been 46 presidents of the United States, from George Washington to Joseph R. Biden. Along with our presidents, the U.S. has seen various wars, technological innovations, and incredible historical events. Through this, our nation has upheld and amended the constitution and somehow survived to become the longest-running democracy in the world.

      Each presidential administration has tackled different challenges and presided over a wide range of fascinating events. From presidents who have died in office, to presidents who have led during times of conflict or great historical movements, each leader lives on in our collective memories as a representation of what took place during his terms (or term) in office.

      Who Was President When…?

      Ever stumped your friends with a timely trivia question? Or maybe you’ve found yourself scratching your head, wondering which commander-in-chief was in charge during a pivotal moment in history. Think about it: who was President when the first astronauts landed on the moon? Or when the internet first beeped and booped its way into our lives? We know it’s a quest for knowledge that can lead you down a presidential rabbit hole.

      A calendar with different presidential names and years, surrounded by question marks

      Our fascination with the leaders of the United States never grows old. For us, it’s like Hollywood, but with more elections and fewer car chases. Every president has had their moment in the spotlight, each with their own chapter of drama, triumph, or the occasional whoopsie-daisy moments that have left a mark on history. We can all recall the big hitters: Washington, Lincoln, FDR... but what about the others? Who was steering the ship when the nation hit its highs and lows?

      So, it's time to flex those mental muscles. We'll jog through the quirky corridors of America's past together and see which presidents pop up in response to some of history's most interesting "When was that again?" moments. Remember, you're in good company, and there's no better way to prep for that next round of trivia than a little walk down the historical lane of American presidencies. Ready to play armchair historian with us? Let’s jump in!

      The Presidential Pantheon

      A grand hall with statues of past presidents, each with a plaque indicating their term in office

      We've had quite the collection of leaders, haven't we? Dubbed the Presidential Pantheon, these are the figures who've shaped our history from the very start, grappling with the nation's infancy, wars, economic booms, and the turbulence of rapid change.

      Inaugural Pioneers

      Our nation kicked off with a bang thanks to the likes of George Washington and John Adams. Washington, our first President, set the whole presidential ball rolling and even refused a third term, setting the precedent. Adams, with his fierce dedication to American independence, kept the fledgling nation's spirits high.

      Civil War & Reconstruction

      When things went south, and we mean really south, Abraham Lincoln stood tall. Wrestling with both internal and external turmoil, Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War redefined the integrity of the presidency. Andrew Jackson's era was marked by controversies, but he was pivotal in preserving the Union during turbulent times.

      The Industrial Age Skippers

      The Industrial Age had us steamrolling into modernity with James Madison and others steering the ship. Innovations soared and captains of industry rose alongside monumental changes in how we lived and worked.

      Twentieth Century Titans

      The 20th century brought its own brand of giants to the Oval Office. Think unprecedented federal legislation and steering the country through the Great Depression—no easy feat!

      Modern Commanders-in-Chief

      Fast forward to recent decades, and we've seen a whirlwind of changes—an ever-evolving global stage, with our Presidents at the helm of history, making decisions that'll ripple through time.

      There's never a dull moment in the Presidential Pantheon—guess that's what happens when you mix power with politics! Who knows? You might just be the next name etched in this venerable hall of history. Get ready to cast your vote and quiz on your favorite historical honcho over at BrainFall!

      Presidential Hangouts & Sidekicks

      We've all wondered where the big shots chill and who they kick it with when they're not running the country, right? Let's take a peek into some historical digs and dynamic duos.

      Favorite Dwellings

      The White House, obviously, is the ultimate presidential pad. Designed by James Hoban, it's where you'd find us if we were POTUS, throwing the most talked-about shindigs. Did you know that Dolley Madison was basically the first lady of hosting? She knew how to light up a room with her legendary gatherings in the White House. Imagine the Instagram stories if they had phones back then!

      Vice Presidents and First Ladies, they've had some stylish haunts too. James Monroe, for example, probably kicked back in his own crib when he wasn't at the White House. We're talking about a Presidential Hangout that was more than just a place to crash—it was a statement.

      Vices and VPs

      Okay, we all have our vices, and Presidents and VPs are no exception. George Clinton—no, not the funkadelic one—was the VP for both Jefferson and Madison. We bet he saw some things at those presidential parties that would make even the library of congress blush. And speaking of vices, the "public's" interest in what kind of grape juice—or stronger—presidents preferred at their parties is definitely there. Maybe there's still a cork or two lying around the Prints and Photographs Division.

      But really, our VPs can be as notorious as our Presidents. While the Presidents have the spotlight, the Vice President sometimes dances in the shadows, but surely with a drink in hand from time to time. After all, who doesn't need a little liquid courage before partnering up with the POTUS at the Library of Congress to make decisions that'll go down in history?

      So go ahead, quiz yourself on these historical hangouts and sidekicks. You might just find out we've had some real party animals in the Oval Office!

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      • Franklin D. Roosevelt
      • Dwight D. Eisenhower
      • Harry S. Truman
      Question 2/12

      Which president was in office when the July Revolution took place in France?

      • Andrew Jackson
      • Millard Fillmore
      • Theodore Roosevelt
      • James Madison
      Question 3/12

      Who was the president of the United States when Britney Spears released "...Baby One More Time"?

      • George W. Bush
      • Barack Obama
      • Bill Clinton
      • William Henry Harrison
      Question 4/12

      The United States elected which president in the same year that the war of 1812 broke out?

      • James Madison
      • Calvin Coolidge
      • Chester A. Arthur
      • Abraham Lincoln
      Question 5/12

      Who was NOT president during the Gilded Age?

      • Chester A. Arthur
      • Martin van Buren
      • Benjamin Harrison
      • Grover Cleveland
      Question 6/12

      Who was the first president of the United States to have served our country from the White House?

      • Thomas Jefferson
      • George Washington
      • Zachary Taylor
      • John Adams
      Question 7/12

      Who served as president of the United States until he resigned due to the Watergate scandal?

      • Lyndon B. Johnson
      • Martin van Buren
      • Richard M. Nixon
      • Andrew Johnson
      Question 8/12

      Which president was in office during the first Republican National Convention?

      • Franklin Pierce
      • John Quincy Adams
      • William Henry Harrison
      • Thomas Jefferson
      Question 9/12

      Who was the first president of the United States who identified as a Democrat?

      • James Madison
      • William McKinley
      • Theodore Roosevelt
      • Andrew Jackson
      Question 10/12

      Who was in office when Betty Friedan published "The Feminine Mystique"?

      • John F. Kennedy
      • William Howard Taft
      • Bill Clinton
      • Lyndon B. Johnson
      Question 11/12

      When activist Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man and spurred the Montgomery Bus Boycott, who was the president of the United States?

      • Grover Cleveland
      • Dwight D. Eisenhower
      • Zachary Taylor
      • Franklin D. Roosevelt
      Question 12/12

      After a fierce debate over slavery, representative Preston Brooks beat Senator Charles Sumner with a cane. Who served as president during this violent (if a bit comical) attack?

      • Franklin Pierce
      • James Buchanan
      • Calvin Coolidge
      • George W. Bush
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