JFK's Presidential Campaign and the Historic Debate

How old was JFK when he ran for president?

• 43 years old

• 50 years old

• 35 years old

• 47 years old

What percentage of US households owned a television during JFK's campaign?

• 60%

• 90%

• 75%

• 85%

What color suit did JFK wear during the debate to stand out?

• Blue

• White

• Grey

• Black

What physical condition affected Nixon's appearance during the debate?

• Flu and knee injury

• Broken arm

• Migraine

• Back pain

Who appeared more comfortable and confident according to viewers?

• Neither

• Nixon

• Kennedy

• Both equally

How did radio listeners' impressions of the debate winner differ from TV viewers'?

• They were more impressed by the moderators

• They had no clear preference

• They favored Nixon

• They favored Kennedy

How many voters made up their minds as a result of the debate?

• 4 million

• 5 million

• 3 million

• 2 million

Of the voters who decided based on the debate, how many voted for Kennedy?

• 2 million

• 3 million

• 4 million

• 1 million