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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wanted to immediately take action to retaliate against the placement of missiles in Cuba?

2. During the 1960s, what emerged as the primary U.S. goal with foreign relations?

3. Who did John F. Kennedy run against in the 1960 presidential primary?

4. Who was President of the Teamsters Union?

5. Who had terrifying power as the head of the FBI?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Robert Kennedy discover about juvenile delinquency in urban ghettos?

2. Describe Robert Kennedy's actions regarding the notorious investigation against six large steel companies.

3. How did the CIA act on its own accord in Cuba at this time?

4. What personal tragedies happened in the Kennedy family during the war and subsequently?

5. How did Joe become involved in politics?

6. How did Robert Kennedy assist his brother in his 1960 Presidential campaign?

7. How did the FBI function during the 1960s when John F. Kennedy came to power?

8. What was Robert Kennedy's role in the investigation of Kohler Plumbing?

9. Whose appointment as an Assistant Attorney General invoked rage, and what was the immediate consequence of this action?

10. Describe how Robert Kennedy's travels abroad affected his study and subsequent work.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the Bay of Pigs Incident and its effect on America's reputation. What action did the Kennedy government take to remedy the situation? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Compare hawks and doves with regard to the Vietnam War. Which viewpoint had more merit? What were the positives and negatives of each viewpoint? How did the progress of the war reflect these viewpoints? Describe.

Essay Topic 3

Define, compare, and contrast the basic elements of segregation and integration. What are merits or disadvantages of each? Share your opinion.

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