Understanding Obama's Executive Actions on Gun Control

Understanding Obama's Executive Actions on Gun Control

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason President Obama resorted to executive actions on gun control?

He was unable to pass legislation through Congress.

He faced pressure from the right to act quickly.

He wanted to make new laws without any opposition.

He wanted to bypass Congress entirely.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT one of the executive actions proposed by Obama?

Enhancing state reporting of disqualified individuals.

Increasing the number of FBI agents for background checks.

Requiring background checks for all private gun sales.

Increasing funding for mental health care.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of Obama's controversial action regarding gun shows?

Banning all gun shows nationwide.

Closing the Gun Show loophole.

Allowing only licensed dealers at gun shows.

Increasing taxes on gun show sales.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Obama, what percentage of gun purchases currently do not require a background check?

10%

20%

40%

30%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the rationale behind Obama's focus on background checks?

They have prevented millions of illegal gun purchases.

They are a new concept introduced by his administration.

They are only applicable to online sales.

They have been ineffective in the past.