NY's 1st Female Governor Sworn In

NY's 1st Female Governor Sworn In

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History, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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Kathy Hochul was sworn in as New York's first female governor after Andrew Cuomo resigned due to sexual harassment allegations. Hochul, who served as Lieutenant Governor for seven years, took the oath at midnight. She is set to address the state for the first time as governor this afternoon.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was sworn in as the new governor of New York, making history as the first woman in this role?

Sarah Palin

Andrew Cuomo

Kathy Hochul

Gretchen Whitmer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event led to Kathy Hochul taking the oath of office?

A natural disaster

A state election

A Supreme Court ruling

Andrew Cuomo's resignation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did Kathy Hochul serve as Lieutenant Governor before becoming Governor?

Ten years

Five years

Three years

Seven years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for Andrew Cuomo's resignation?

Financial scandal

Health issues

Political pressure

Sexual harassment allegations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Kathy Hochul scheduled to do for the first time as governor?

Sign a new law

Address the state

Visit a foreign country

Host a press conference