Navigating JFK's Crisis: The Cuban Missile Standoff

The video covers two major historical events: James Meredith's attempt to integrate the University of Mississippi in 1962, facing significant resistance and violence, and the Cuban Missile Crisis, where President Kennedy's cautious and deliberate approach helped avert nuclear war. Both events highlight the challenges and leadership decisions during critical moments in American history.

What year did James Meredith attempt to enroll at the University of Mississippi?

• 1961

• 1960

• 1962

• 1963

Who was the Governor of Mississippi who opposed Meredith's enrollment?

• John Kennedy

• Lyndon Johnson

• Ross Barnett

• Robert Kennedy

What was the response of the mob when Meredith arrived on campus?

• They welcomed him

• They ignored him

• They rioted

• They left the campus

Which forces were called in to control the riot at the University of Mississippi?

• Private security

• U.S. Marshals and National Guard

• State police

• Local police

What was a key characteristic of Kennedy's leadership during crises?

• Impulsiveness

• Patience and deliberation

• Indecisiveness

• Aggressiveness

What did Soviet ships transport to Cuba in 1962?

• Medical supplies

• Military equipment

• Agricultural supplies

• Tourists

What was Kennedy's initial reaction to the Soviet buildup in Cuba?

• Immediate military strike

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Naval blockade

• Ignoring the buildup

What did Kennedy ultimately decide to implement during the Cuban Missile Crisis?

• Nuclear launch

• Naval blockade

• Air strikes

• Full-scale invasion

How did Kennedy address the nation about the Cuban Missile Crisis?

• Through a radio broadcast

• In a public speech at the UN

• In a newspaper article

• Through a televised address

What was the immediate threat if the Cuban Missile Crisis escalated?

• Cyber warfare

• Nuclear war

• Conventional war

• Economic sanctions