LBJ Inauguration

The transcript details the administration of the oath of office to the Vice President-Elect by the Speaker of the House. It includes the commitment to support and defend the U.S. Constitution, bear true faith and allegiance, and discharge duties faithfully. The ceremony concludes with a final affirmation and applause.

Who is responsible for administering the oath of office to the Vice President-Elect?

• The President

• The Chief Justice

• The Secretary of State

• The Speaker of the House of Representatives

What does Hubert Horatio Humphrey pledge to defend in his oath?

• The Constitution of the United States

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Federalist Papers

What is the nature of the obligation taken by the Vice President-Elect according to the oath?

• Freely and without evasion

• Under duress

• With conditions

• With mental reservation

What is the Vice President-Elect expected to discharge according to the oath?

• The duties of the office

• Personal responsibilities

• Military service

• Judicial duties

What phrase is used to conclude the oath?

• So help me God

• Amen

• In God we trust

• God bless America