Richard Nixon's 1968 Presidential Nomination

In 1968, Richard Nixon emerged from retirement to become the Republican nominee for President. During his acceptance speech, he emphasized the importance of American children, regardless of race or background, and shared his vision of hope and dreams for the nation's future.

In what year did Richard Nixon become the Republican nominee for president?

• 1964

• 1968

• 1976

• 1972

Where did the Republicans meet to nominate Richard Nixon in 1968?

• Miami Beach

• New York City

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

What does Nixon emphasize as more important than any politician's promise in his speech?

• International relations

• Economic growth

• The American child

• Military strength

According to Nixon, what is irrelevant when considering the importance of a child?

• Their family background

• Their education

• Their race or ethnicity

• Their dreams

What does Nixon compare to a child's dreams in his speech?

• His political career

• His childhood memories

• His future plans

• His nomination for presidency

What does Nixon say about the child who hears the train at night?

• The child dislikes the noise

• The child wants to be a train conductor

• The child dreams of faraway places

• The child is afraid of the train