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MOTS: Presidential Pop Quiz

Celebrating President’s Day with fun facts about America’s leaders.

Anabella Larin ’27, Reporter • Feb 26, 2026

Presidential Pop Quiz

Henry Hewitt ’27

Calvin Coolidge had a pet raccoon named Rebecca.

Liliana Fletcher ’26

When George W. Bush was in office, he had to send an official letter to all of the employees at the White House telling them to stop giving his dog treats because he was getting too obese.

Lena Anderson ’27

James Madison was 5 feet 4 in.

Cooper Sinarski ’27

My presidential fun fact is George Washington died of bloodletting.

Mr. Thomas Babcock

Ulysses S. Grant’s first name is really Hiram. But when he got to West Point, he didn’t like his initials because they were H.U.G. so he went by Ulysses S. Grant instead, which is U.S. Grant.

About the Contributor

Anabella Larin ’27, Reporter

Anabella Larin is a junior at Strath Haven High School. At Strath Haven, she is a part of the marching band, stage crew, and track team. Outside of the Panther Press, Anabella enjoys reading, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.

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