Harry Truman and Adlai Stevenson meet with party officials in Chicago to reinvigorate the Democratic Party

Harry Truman and Adlai Stevenson meet with party officials in Chicago to reinvigorate the Democratic Party

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History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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In Chicago, Democrats, led by Adlai Stevenson and Harry Truman, gather to rejuvenate the party for the 1956 elections. Events include a women's tea and a $100-a-plate fundraising dinner, with appearances by party leaders. A luncheon at Stephen Mitchell's home features a humorous exchange about the menu, highlighting the party's unity efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the Democratic leader that passed the leadership to Adlai Stevenson?

John F. Kennedy

Lyndon B. Johnson

Harry Truman

Franklin D. Roosevelt

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the women's tea event?

To announce a new candidate

To raise funds and plan campaign strategy

To plan a new policy

To celebrate a holiday

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of the two-day meeting held by the party chiefs?

Healthcare reform

Economic reform

Environmental policy

Party unity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the high-level luncheon held?

At the home of Democratic National Chairman Stephen Mitchell

At a restaurant

At the White House

At a hotel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Adlai Stevenson humorously say about the lunch menu?

It was a typical Democratic meal

They had Lake Michigan perch

They had New England lobster, which is rare for Democrats

It was a vegetarian meal