Question 1

When he assumed the office, President Kennedy's top domestic priority was

Accepted Answer

President Kennedy's top domestic priority was to encourage economic growth through defense spending and incentives to private enterprise. This was evident in his New Frontier policy, which aimed to increase government spending in defense and space technology while also providing tax incentives to businesses to promote economic growth.

Question 2

Which of the following statements correctly describes Kennedy's policies toward the Soviet Union as a result of the Cuban Missile Crisis?

Accepted Answer

Kennedy's policies toward the Soviet Union after the Cuban Missile Crisis included establishing a direct communication "hot line" between the two countries to prevent future misunderstandings and agreeing to a nuclear test-ban treaty. There is no evidence to suggest that Kennedy developed new nuclear weapons, compromised on Berlin or Vietnam, invited Khrushchev to a summit meeting in Washington, or announced a reduction in the size of the American nuclear triad.

Question 3

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
Nixon Doctrine

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Question 4

What is the long-term significance of the 1965 Immigration Act?

Accepted Answer

The 1965 Immigration Act led to a significant increase in immigration from Asia and Latin America, which has had long-lasting effects on the social, economic, and cultural landscape of the United States. This influx of immigrants has led to more diverse communities, changes in the labor force, and a shift in the country's demographic makeup.

Question 5

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
William Calley and My Lai

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Question 6

Which of the following captures the approach of the Kennedy administration to the issue of civil rights?

Accepted Answer

The Kennedy administration was reluctant to take a firm stand and introduce civil-rights legislation. While they did increase support for civil-rights litigation by the Justice Department and worked to desegregate federally financed housing, they were not fully committed to the cause of civil rights and faced pressure from segregationist forces in the South. They did not encourage the Black Power movement or the Nation of Islam, which emerged later. Therefore, option E is incorrect.

Question 7

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
Tet Offensive

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Question 8

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
Paris Accords

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Question 9

What did the results of the 1960 presidential election reveal?

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The 1960 presidential election was the first to feature nationally televised debates between the candidates, John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon. Kennedy's performance in these debates is widely believed to have swayed many voters in his favor, highlighting the emerging influence of television in American politics.

Question 10

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
Christmas bombing

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Question 11

Which of the following was not one of the programs of the Kennedy administration?

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Question 12

Why did the Kennedy administration have such a poor record of legislative accomplishments?

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The Kennedy administration had received a weak electoral mandate, was more focused on foreign affairs, and lacked the votes in Congress to pass significant legislation. While the administration did propose some domestic programs, such as the New Frontier, it faced strong opposition from conservative Democrats and Republicans in Congress. Additionally, the Vietnam War and Cold War tensions diverted attention and resources away from domestic issues.

Question 13

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
Hawks and Doves

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Question 14

The purpose of the Medicare program was to provide health insurance for

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The Medicare program was specifically designed to provide health insurance for those who are 65 years old or older, which is why it is often referred to as "health insurance for the elderly".

Question 15

In the 1960 presidential election, what advantages did Richard M. Nixon have over John F. Kennedy?

Accepted Answer

Nixon had a significant advantage over Kennedy in terms of experience, having served as Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower, and his Protestant faith appealed to a broad segment of the American electorate at a time when Kennedy's Catholicism was a concern for some voters.

Question 16

What was America's initial involvement in Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

America's initial involvement in Vietnam was to furnish aid to the French who were trying to re-conquer their former colony. This aid included military equipment and supplies, as well as financial assistance. The US government believed that supporting the French was important for containing the spread of communism in Southeast Asia.

Question 17

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. 
Vietnamization

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Question 18

Where did the most serious conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Kennedy administration occur?

Accepted Answer

The most serious conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Kennedy administration occurred in Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The Soviet Union had placed nuclear missiles in Cuba, which posed a threat to the United States. This led to a standoff between the two superpowers and nearly resulted in nuclear war.

Question 19

How did Eugene "Bull" Conner help Martin Luther King's civil rights efforts in 1963?

Accepted Answer

Eugene "Bull" Conner was the Commissioner of Public Safety in Birmingham, Alabama, and was known for his brutal treatment of civil rights protesters, including the use of police dogs and fire hoses. Televised reports of his actions, particularly against children, helped to galvanize public opinion in support of the civil rights movement and put pressure on President Kennedy to take action.

Question 20

Which of the following is not true about John F. Kennedy?

Accepted Answer

John F. Kennedy's tenure in Congress was not marked by a significant record of legislative achievement. He was known more for his charisma and leadership qualities than for sponsoring notable reform legislation.

Quiz 28: Liberalism, Civil Rights, and War in Vietnam

When he assumed the office, President Kennedy's top domestic priority was

Which of the following statements correctly describes Kennedy's policies toward the Soviet Union as a result of the Cuban Missile Crisis?

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. Nixon Doctrine

What is the long-term significance of the 1965 Immigration Act?

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. William Calley and My Lai

Which of the following captures the approach of the Kennedy administration to the issue of civil rights?

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. Tet Offensive

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. Paris Accords

What did the results of the 1960 presidential election reveal?

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. Christmas bombing

Which of the following was not one of the programs of the Kennedy administration?

Why did the Kennedy administration have such a poor record of legislative accomplishments?

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. Hawks and Doves

The purpose of the Medicare program was to provide health insurance for

In the 1960 presidential election, what advantages did Richard M. Nixon have over John F. Kennedy?

What was America's initial involvement in Vietnam?

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term. Vietnamization

Where did the most serious conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Kennedy administration occur?

How did Eugene "Bull" Conner help Martin Luther King's civil rights efforts in 1963?

Which of the following is not true about John F. Kennedy?