History Quiz September 9, 2024

Quiz: John F. Kennedy

Think you know all about JFK? Take this quiz to challenge your knowledge and discover fascinating facts about one of America’s most iconic presidents!

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In which year did John F. Kennedy become President of the United States?

1960

1962

1961

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Who famously sang "Happy Birthday" to JFK at Madison Square Garden in 1962?

Ella Fitzgerald

Judy Garland

Marilyn Monroe

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Where was John F. Kennedy assassinated?

Washington, D.C.

Dallas, Texas

New York City

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Who was JFK's Vice President, who succeeded him after his assassination?

Hubert Humphrey

Lyndon B. Johnson

Richard Nixon

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What was the name of JFK’s famous inaugural speech quote? "Ask not what your country can do for you..."

Ask Not

A New Frontier

The Great Society

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What space program did JFK famously support during his presidency?

Apollo

Mercury

Gemini

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Which foreign crisis is often considered the most dangerous confrontation of the Cold War during JFK’s presidency?

Cuban Missile Crisis

Berlin Blockade

Korean War

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What was the name of John F. Kennedy’s wife?

Eleanor

Jackie

Rosalynn

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How many children did John F. Kennedy have?

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Which of the following was a major legislative focus of JFK's presidency?

The New Deal

Civil Rights

Social Security

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