William Borah,  Republican Senator from Idaho, gives 1936 radio speech signaling his reelection campaign

William Borah, Republican Senator from Idaho, gives 1936 radio speech signaling his reelection campaign

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The transcript covers a funeral oration delivered by a distinguished ex-governor over the Chicago Blackhawks. It includes a critique of the Republican Party's platform and provides assurance about the election's outcome.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of oration did the speaker find most significant?

A graduation speech

A funeral oration

A political debate

A wedding speech

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who delivered the speech over the Chicago Blackhawks?

A current senator

A famous athlete

A former governor

A renowned author

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the metaphorical 'dead body' mentioned in the speech?

The Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Bears

The Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Blackhawks

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker criticize the Republican Party for?

Not supporting education

Not providing a living platform

Not promoting healthcare

Not reducing taxes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the upcoming election?

It will be a landslide victory

It will focus on environmental issues

It will be highly competitive

It will lack substance