New Yorkers give their picks for mayor in 1933 election

New Yorkers give their picks for mayor in 1933 election

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Political Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The transcript features various individuals expressing their voting preferences for the mayoral election. Some support John P. O'Brien for his policies, while others switch their vote to LaGuardia due to his lack of connection with Tammany Hall. Joseph B. McKee is praised for his leadership and economic plans. A taxi driver shares his perspective, criticizing Tammany Hall and supporting LaGuardia for fair treatment.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the speaker initially consider voting for LaGuardia?

Because he is a friend of the speaker

Because he promised lower taxes

Because he is connected with Tammany

Because he is not connected with Tammany

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What quality of Joseph B. McKee does the speaker admire?

His leadership in revitalizing democracy

His ability to raise taxes

His friendship with the speaker

His connection with Tammany

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's reason for supporting John P. O'Brien?

His past record of economy

His plans to increase the fare

His connection with Tammany

His promise to lower taxes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue does the taxi driver have with Tammany Hall?

They reduced the fare

They increased the fare

They passed a tax affecting tips

They supported LaGuardia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the taxi driver hope Major LaGuardia will do?

Support Tammany Hall

Increase the fare

Rescind the five-cent tax

Raise taxes on tips