Who was the first President?

George Washington was the first president of the United States. He was president from 1789 to 1797. Before he became president, George Washington was the general of the American army. George Washington decided to stop being president after two 4-year terms. Today, we follow his example. No one can be the president for more than two 4-year terms. George Washington was the first president of the United States.

Words in bold are English words you may not know. You can learn these words in the Word List.

Question Asked in Exam :

Who was the first president?*

Correct answer: (George) Washington

Explanation: George Washington was president of the United States from 1789-1797.