Who served as first postmaster general of the United States?
Correct answer: D. Banjamin Franklin
- A. Benjamin Harrison
- B. James Madison
- C. Franklin Pierce
- D. Banjamin Franklin
Explanation
Benjamin Franklin served as the first U.S. Postmaster General under the Continental Congress in 1775. The option spells his first name incorrectly as Banjamin, but it clearly identifies Franklin.
Last updated
About World History
World History traces major civilizations, empires, dynasties, religions, wars, treaties, revolutions and independence movements from ancient times to the modern era. It links key rulers and dates with events such as the Renaissance, the World Wars, colonialism and the Cold War, rather than treating geography as the main subject.
Practise World History
1,130 free World History MCQs from General Knowledge, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Exams that ask General Knowledge questions like this
General Knowledge is on 58 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.