Newt Gingrich

Newt Gingrich

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History, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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Newt Gingrich addresses a historic moment where two Georgians are running for president. He critiques the media's portrayal of the race as a two-person contest, suggesting they focused on the wrong candidates. Gingrich highlights that candidates with more ideas have gained more votes compared to those with more financial backing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historic significance mentioned by Newt Gingrich?

First time a Georgian is speaking at the event.

First time two candidates are from the same state.

First time Newt Gingrich is running for president.

First time two Georgians are running for president.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the media claim about the presidential race?

It was a three-person race.

It was a two-person race.

It was a race dominated by one candidate.

It was a race with no clear leaders.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Newt Gingrich and Herman decide about the media's claim?

The media had the wrong two people.

The media had the right two people.

The media was completely wrong.

The media was partially correct.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is interesting about the candidates with the most financial backing?

They were the most popular.

They had the most ideas.

They lost the most votes.

They gained the most votes.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the candidates with the most ideas achieve?

They were ignored by the media.

They had the least financial backing.

They lost the most votes.

They gained the most votes.