Inaugration of President Calvin Coolidge, 1923, USA

The transcript discusses President Coolidge, highlighting his serious and silent demeanor, contrasting with the excesses of his era. Despite his old-fashioned ways, he was loved by the people. Upon taking office, Coolidge initiated investigations into scandals, dismissed many of Harding's appointees, and focused on governance. His conservative philosophy emphasized minimal government intervention.

How is Coolidge's personality described in contrast to the era he lived in?

• Rebellious and wild

• Loud and extravagant

• Silent and serious

• Joyful and carefree

What was Coolidge's background?

• A New England Puritan

• A Midwestern industrialist

• A Southern farmer

• A Western cowboy

What immediate action did Coolidge take upon assuming office?

• He started a new war

• He ordered investigations into scandals

• He reduced taxes significantly

• He increased government spending

Which group of people did Coolidge primarily dismiss from their positions?

• His own appointees

• Harding appointees

• Foreign diplomats

• Military generals

What was Coolidge's approach to governance?

• Government should be abolished

• More government is better

• Less government is best

• Government should control everything