Republican presidential hopeful Thomas E. Dewey in New York City and Philadelphia, PA, in 1948

The transcript describes the GOP's confidence in achieving a political victory, highlighting the nomination of Thomas E. Dewey. The GOP leaders and delegates in Philadelphia were optimistic about ending a 16-year political drought, celebrating with enthusiasm and anticipation of a clean sweep.

What was the general mood among the GOP leaders at the beginning of the convention?

• Confident

• Pessimistic

• Indifferent

• Anxious

Who was nominated as the GOP candidate during the convention?

• Thomas E. Dewey

• Harry S. Truman

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

What activity did the Republicans engage in to celebrate their nomination?

• Snake dancing in the aisles

• Lighting fireworks

• Singing patriotic songs

• Marching in the streets

How many years of political drought were the Republicans hoping to end?

• 20 years

• 8 years

• 16 years

• 12 years

What was the GOP's expectation for the upcoming elections?

• A coalition government

• A clean sweep

• A possible defeat

• A narrow victory