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U.S. Presidents: History and Roles

Explore the history, roles, and responsibilities of the Presidents of the United States with this engaging worksheet for 8th graders.

Grade 8 Social studies HistoryU.S. HistoryPresidents of the United States
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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.2

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NCSS.D2.Civ.3.6-8U.S. PresidentsAmerican HistoryGovernmentCivicsGrade 8
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U.S. Presidents: History and Roles

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. For multiple choice questions, circle the correct option.

1. Who is considered the 'Father of His Country' and was the first President of the United States?

a

Thomas Jefferson

b

Abraham Lincoln

c

George Washington

d

John Adams

2. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution limits the president to two terms?

a

10th Amendment

b

22nd Amendment

c

14th Amendment

d

1st Amendment

3. The President of the United States serves a term of   years.

4. The President lives and works in the  .

5. The President has the power to declare war.

T

True

F

False

6. The President is also known as the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Armed Forces.

T

True

F

False

7. Describe one of the main roles or responsibilities of the President of the United States.

Match each President with a significant event or characteristic.

8. Abraham Lincoln

 

a. Louisiana Purchase

9. Theodore Roosevelt

 

b. Emancipation Proclamation

10. Thomas Jefferson

 

c. Panama Canal