The American Presidential Election of 1928

The 36th presidential election in 1928 saw Herbert Hoover win against Al Smith. Calvin Coolidge chose not to run, leaving the Republican nomination open. Hoover, with Charles Curtis as his running mate, faced Smith, the first Roman Catholic major party candidate. Key issues included Smith's religion and opposition to prohibition. Hoover's campaign promised triumph over poverty, but his words would later haunt him. Hoover won decisively, marking the third consecutive Republican landslide. This election was the last Republican victory without Nixon or a Bush family member on the ticket.

Who was the Republican candidate for the 1928 presidential election?

• Charles Curtis

• Calvin Coolidge

• Herbert Hoover

• Frank Orren Lowden

What was a significant challenge faced by Al Smith during his campaign?

• His lack of political experience

• His opposition to the New Deal

• His Roman Catholic faith

• His support for the gold standard

What optimistic claim did Herbert Hoover make during his nomination acceptance speech?

• Unemployment would be eliminated

• The economy would double in size

• America would lead in technology

• Poverty would soon be eradicated

How many electoral votes did Herbert Hoover receive in the 1928 election?

• 538

• 444

• 87

• 270

Which state did Herbert Hoover win that had not voted Republican since 1872?

• California

• North Carolina

• New York

• Texas