1992 US Presidential Election

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What was the primary challenge faced by President George H.W. Bush during the 1992 presidential election?

  • A strong third-party candidate
  • A recession (correct)
  • A lack of experience
  • A strong Democratic candidate

What was Ross Perot's occupation before entering politics?

  • Diplomat
  • Lawyer
  • Politician
  • Businessman (correct)

Which of the following was NOT a prior position held by George H.W. Bush?

  • President of Yale University (correct)
  • US Ambassador to China
  • Director of the CIA
  • Governor of Arkansas

What was a notable cultural difference highlighted by Bill Clinton's campaign?

<p>Generational differences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many children did George H.W. Bush and Barbara Pierce have?

<p>Six (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major liability of Ross Perot's presidential campaign?

<p>Lack of political experience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key aspect of Bill Clinton's 'southern strategy'?

<p>Winning over white southern voters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major weakness of George H.W. Bush's 1992 reelection campaign?

<p>Rising deficit and recession (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key issue of Ross Perot's presidential campaign?

<p>Repeal of NAFTA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of Bill Clinton's political stance?

<p>Moderate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was elected president in 1992?

<p>Bill Clinton (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant aspect of Clinton's presidency in 1998?

<p>He became the first president to be impeached (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What demographic shift was marked by Clinton's election?

<p>The shift from the Greatest Generation to the Baby Boomers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable feature of Clinton's election?

<p>He was elected with less than half of the popular vote (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of Clinton's policies?

<p>Liberal social and economic policies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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