Understanding Barack Obama's Historical Presidency

Who did Barack Obama defeat in the presidential election to become the first African-American president?

• Hillary Clinton

• John McCain

• George W. Bush

• Mitt Romney

What was a significant hope associated with Obama's presidency?

• Expanding the space program

• Improving the economy

• Reducing national debt

• Healing racial and political divisions

Why was social healing not possible during Obama's presidency?

• Due to economic downturn

• Due to lack of public support

• Owing to political polarization

• Because of international conflicts

Where did Obama spend part of his childhood?

• Indonesia

• Kenya

• Hawaii

• Kansas

What was the profession of Obama's mother that influenced their move to Indonesia?

• Anthropologist

• Researcher

• Teacher

• Doctor