Pres. Dwight Eisenhower's first press conference

Pres. Dwight Eisenhower's first press conference

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Journalism, History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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President Eisenhower holds his first news conference since taking office, discussing topics like the atom bomb, taxes, and secret agreements. He indicates a veto on tax cuts before balancing the budget and acknowledges Russia's atomic capabilities. Eisenhower then meets Adlai Stevenson for a private talk, followed by a luncheon with House members. Stevenson, preparing for a world tour, comments on Eisenhower's State of the Union address, emphasizing no secret agreements were made. The meeting was cordial, and Stevenson expresses gratitude and well wishes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main topics discussed during President Eisenhower's first news conference?

The Korean War

The atom bomb

Civil Rights Movement

Space Exploration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many reporters attended President Eisenhower's first news conference?

150

200

294

350

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did President Eisenhower meet for a private discussion at the White House?

John F. Kennedy

Harry S. Truman

Adlai E. Stevenson

Lyndon B. Johnson

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of Adlai E. Stevenson's visit to the White House?

To plan a joint press conference

To discuss a new policy

To have a private talk with Eisenhower

To attend a state dinner

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Adlai E. Stevenson emphasize about his departure from the White House?

He was planning a new campaign

He was not enslaved and had no secret agreements

He was leaving with new policies

He had secured a secret agreement