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William Howard Taft biography
Where was William Howard Taft born?
in Nashville
in Pittsburgh
in Cincinnati
in Kansas City
True or false?
Taft family was very rich and influental, which helped young William achieve his goals.
True or false?
He was born on September 15, 1857.
True or false?
He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws.
True or false?
He had 4 children.
True or false?
He was president of the United States twice.
Who was Nellie?
Taft's mother
Taft's wife
Taft's beloved dog
Taft's first daughter.
Which year did Taft take office as Secretary of War?
William Taft was the 27th President of the United States.
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When he was born?
on September 15, 1857
on February 11, 1859
on October 27, 1861
on May 8, 1854
Where did Taft taught international law?
the Law School at Yale University
the School of Law at Washington University in St. Louis
the School of Law at New York University
the School of Law at University of California-Berkeley
the Law School at Yale University
He was a:
Democrat
Republican
How many electoral votes did Taft get in 1908 elections?
358
321
268
298
Who was his opponent in 1908 elections?
Alton B. Parker
John W. Davis
William Jennings Bryan
James M. Cox
Match date to the event.
1886
Taft's wedding
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1896
he became dean and professor at Cincinnati Law School
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1909
he became president of the United States
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1921
he became Chief Justice of the United States
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1930
William Howard Taft died
What serious illness did his wife suffer from in 1909?
cancer
cholera
smallpox
stroke
What piece of Washington D.C.'s urban infrastructure was named after President Taft to honor his walking tours of the city?
park
alley
bridge
riverfront
What is the best way to describe President Taft?
smartest US President
heaviest US President
tallest US President
wealthiest US President
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