An Election Night of Historic Firsts

An Election Night of Historic Firsts

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The video highlights historic mayoral elections across various U.S. cities, showcasing the election of the first woman and person of color in Boston, the first Asian American mayor in Cincinnati, the first Arab American mayor in Dearborn, and the first black mayor in Pittsburgh. These milestones reflect a growing diversity in political leadership and the breaking of barriers in American cities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is significant about the election mentioned in the first section?

It was the first time a mayor was elected by popular vote.

The election was held during a pandemic.

A woman and person of color were elected to lead the city.

It was the first time a mayor was elected in the city.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about the new mayor of Cincinnati?

He is the first mayor to serve a second term.

He is the youngest mayor ever elected in the city.

He is the first mayor to be elected without a campaign.

He is the first Asian American mayor of the city.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What background does the new mayor of Cincinnati come from?

His family were refugees.

He was born and raised in Cincinnati.

He was a famous actor before entering politics.

He is a former professional athlete.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the new mayor of Dearborn?

He is the first mayor to serve for more than two terms.

He is the first Arab American mayor of the city.

He is the first mayor to implement a new tax policy.

He is the first mayor to be elected by a unanimous vote.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What milestone was achieved in Pittsburgh's mayoral race?

The first female mayor was elected.

The first Black mayor was elected.

The first mayor from a third party was elected.

The first mayor to win by a landslide was elected.