Did Trump Drain The Swamp? Trump's 2016 Promises Analysed - TLDR News

Did Trump Drain The Swamp? Trump's 2016 Promises Analysed - TLDR News

Assessment

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video examines Trump's 'Drain the Swamp' slogan from his 2016 campaign, its origins, and its impact. It discusses Trump's cabinet choices, his actions post-impeachment, and the challenges he faced in reducing lobbying and special interests. The video also highlights nepotism within Trump's administration and contrasts his efforts with Joe Biden's long political career, questioning the effectiveness of Trump's anti-establishment promises.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key promises Trump made during his 2016 campaign?

Draining the swamp

Reducing taxes

Building a wall

Improving healthcare

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was Trump's first cabinet described by NPR?

A group of experienced politicians

A collection of former military leaders

A mix of millionaires, billionaires, and outsiders

A team of environmentalists

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of Trump's executive order regarding government employees?

To provide them with additional benefits

To increase their salaries

To prevent them from lobbying their former departments

To allow them to work from home

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did Trump face in reducing lobbying in Washington?

Lack of public support

Lobbying being deeply entrenched in Washington

Opposition from foreign governments

Insufficient funding

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What accusation was made against Trump regarding his family members?

They were given key advisory roles

They were managing his business empire

They were leading environmental initiatives

They were involved in foreign espionage

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the goals outlined in Trump's 2020 agenda?

Increasing military spending

Passing congressional term limits

Expanding healthcare coverage

Reducing national debt

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might Trump's previous political experience affect his ability to be seen as an outsider?

He has always been a marginalized actor

He has long-standing ties with the establishment

He has no political experience

He has consistently opposed the establishment