James Madison Trivia II

JAMES MADISON TRIVIA II

11) What alias did Madison use in The Federalist Papers?

HUMPHREY PLOUGHJOGGER PUBLIUS LUCIAN HERACLITUS

The Federalist Papers is a collection of 85 articles and essays written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay under the pseudonym "Publius" to promote the ratification of the United States Constitution.

12) What was Madison's job before he became President?

SECRETARY OF DEFENSE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY OF STATE

Despite lacking foreign policy experience, Madison was appointed as Secretary of State by Jefferson. He served in that position from 1801 to 1809.

13) Where was James Madison born?

VIRGINIA NORTH CAROLINA CONNECTICUT MARYLAND

James Madison was born on March 16, 1751, in Port Conway, Virginia, and raised on a plantation in sight of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

14) How tall was James Madison?

5' 4"5' 10"5' 6"5' 8"

James Madison was the shortest president at 5' 4" and weight just 100 pounds (45.4 kg).