A Political Turning Point

Question 1

Which of these statements describes an important effect of Martin Luther King’s death?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The civil rights movement lost its decade-long leader.

Question 2

Which of these positions on social issues did Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King share?Check any of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

an end to poverty in America; equal rights for all Americans; an end to US involvement in Vietnam

Question 3

Which words best describe the scene you just heard?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

chaotic

Question 4

Why did a riot break out at the Democratic National Convention in 1968?Check any of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Police responded violently to the protestors.; Protestors became aggressive in expressing their views.

Question 5

Why did many people find Nixon an appealing candidate?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

People bothered by the violence of 1968 liked his promise to restore order.

Question 6

Why was Nixon’s victory in the 1968 election significant?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It marked a turning point away from liberal reform.

A Political Turning Point Answers