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Jefferson, Madison, Polk and Garfield could read classical Greek and Latin.
John Adams and John Quincy Adams both knew Latin and probably some Greek.
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What US President could write Greek and Latin with the right hand and the left hand?
President James Garfield, who was our first left-handed president*, could write with both hands at the same time in two different languages. In one hand he would write Ancient Greek, and in the other he would write Latin! *President Garfield actually may have been ambidextrous. He may have been either, that part will have to be corrected by another contributor.
Where did the term president of the US come from?
The President of the United States is the Commander in Chief of the US military according to the Constitution. Since the president has no military rank, a special title was created for the position.
Where did the US come up with the name president?
It comes from the Latin word Praesident and is called that because he is an elected leader who PRESIDES over a group of people.
Who always serves as president of senate?
The vice president of the US is the president of the US senate.
Under the US Constitution who becomes president of the us if the president should die?
the vice president
What vice president of the US read greek and latin?
James Garfield was the most noted reader of Greek and Latin. Adams and Jefferson certainly read Latin and may have known some classical Greek as well.
Which us president wrote Latin with one hand and Greek with the other?
James Garfield reportedly could this.
What dead language gave us our many prefixes?
Latin is the dead language that gave us many prefixes in English. Many English prefixes come from Latin roots and have been adopted into the language to create new words and expand vocabulary.
Which US President urged American banks and businesses to invest in Latin America?
president taft
Which Latin American country had its president with US nationality?
Puerto Rico is.
What US President could write Greek and Latin with the right hand and the left hand?
President James Garfield, who was our first left-handed president*, could write with both hands at the same time in two different languages. In one hand he would write Ancient Greek, and in the other he would write Latin! *President Garfield actually may have been ambidextrous. He may have been either, that part will have to be corrected by another contributor.
What us president has a PhD before being elected?
Woodrow Wilson was the professor with the earned doctorate .
What did the president of the us issue to prevent foreign interference in latin America?
Pio
Latin word for photography?
Answer Many words in the English language come to us from Latin or Ancient Greek. "Photo" is derived from Greek - the Greek word "phos" means "light." The word "graph" also comes from a Greek word meaning "to draw." A Photograph is therefore a drawing made with light. We often shortern the word "photograph" to "photo." The latin word for "light" is "lux."
What jobs did President Obama have?
community organizer, law professor, Illinois State Senator, US Senator from Illinois
How do you address First Lady of College President?
In the US one would call her Mrs. _____ unless she has a doctorate or is a professor.
How has Phoenician culture impacted your modern life?
Our alphabet has come down to us through Greek and Latin alphabets.
