Party Convention Protests

Description: Test your knowledge about the history and significance of party convention protests.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: politics political parties party convention protests
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

What was the primary reason for the protests at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago?

  1. Opposition to the Vietnam War

  2. Support for civil rights

  3. Disagreement with the party platform

  4. Concern over the nomination of Hubert Humphrey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The protests at the 1968 Democratic National Convention were primarily driven by opposition to the Vietnam War and the perceived failure of the Johnson administration to address the concerns of anti-war activists.

Who was the Democratic presidential candidate who faced significant protests at the 1968 convention?

  1. Hubert Humphrey

  2. Eugene McCarthy

  3. Robert Kennedy

  4. George McGovern


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hubert Humphrey was the Democratic presidential candidate who faced significant protests at the 1968 convention. He was seen as representing the establishment and was opposed by anti-war activists who supported Eugene McCarthy and Robert Kennedy.

What was the name of the police superintendent who ordered the violent crackdown on protesters at the 1968 Democratic National Convention?

  1. Richard Daley

  2. J. Edgar Hoover

  3. William Kunstler

  4. Tom Hayden


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Richard Daley was the police superintendent of Chicago who ordered the violent crackdown on protesters at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. His actions led to widespread criticism and accusations of police brutality.

Which party convention in 1972 saw protests over the Vietnam War and the nomination of Richard Nixon?

  1. Republican National Convention

  2. Democratic National Convention

  3. Libertarian National Convention

  4. Green Party National Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 1972 Republican National Convention in Miami Beach, Florida, saw protests over the Vietnam War and the nomination of Richard Nixon. Anti-war activists and Nixon's opponents staged demonstrations and clashed with police.

What was the main issue that sparked protests at the 2000 Republican National Convention in Philadelphia?

  1. Opposition to abortion

  2. Support for gun control

  3. Concern over climate change

  4. Disagreement with the party platform


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2000 Republican National Convention in Philadelphia saw protests primarily focused on opposition to abortion. Anti-abortion activists and religious groups staged demonstrations and rallies to express their disapproval of the party's stance on the issue.

Which party convention in 2004 faced protests over the Iraq War and the policies of President George W. Bush?

  1. Democratic National Convention

  2. Republican National Convention

  3. Libertarian National Convention

  4. Green Party National Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston, Massachusetts, faced protests over the Iraq War and the policies of President George W. Bush. Anti-war activists and Bush's critics staged demonstrations and rallies to express their opposition to the administration's actions.

What was the primary focus of the protests at the 2008 Republican National Convention in Saint Paul, Minnesota?

  1. Opposition to the Iraq War

  2. Support for same-sex marriage

  3. Concern over the economy

  4. Disagreement with the party platform


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 2008 Republican National Convention in Saint Paul, Minnesota, saw protests primarily focused on concern over the economy. Activists and protesters expressed their dissatisfaction with the state of the economy and the policies of the Bush administration.

Which party convention in 2012 faced protests over the policies of President Barack Obama and the Democratic Party?

  1. Republican National Convention

  2. Democratic National Convention

  3. Libertarian National Convention

  4. Green Party National Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida, faced protests over the policies of President Barack Obama and the Democratic Party. Conservative activists and Obama's critics staged demonstrations and rallies to express their opposition to the administration's actions.

What was the main issue that sparked protests at the 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia?

  1. Opposition to the Trans-Pacific Partnership

  2. Support for Bernie Sanders

  3. Concern over climate change

  4. Disagreement with the party platform


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia saw protests primarily focused on support for Bernie Sanders. Sanders' supporters expressed their disappointment with the nomination of Hillary Clinton and staged demonstrations and rallies to voice their concerns.

Which party convention in 2020 faced protests over racial injustice and police brutality?

  1. Democratic National Convention

  2. Republican National Convention

  3. Libertarian National Convention

  4. Green Party National Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, faced protests over racial injustice and police brutality. Activists and protesters expressed their outrage over the killing of George Floyd and other incidents of police violence, demanding action from the party and its candidates.

What was the primary focus of the protests at the 2020 Republican National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina?

  1. Opposition to the COVID-19 pandemic response

  2. Support for President Donald Trump

  3. Concern over the economy

  4. Disagreement with the party platform


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 2020 Republican National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina, saw protests primarily focused on support for President Donald Trump. Trump's supporters staged demonstrations and rallies to express their enthusiasm for his re-election campaign.

Which party convention in 2024 is likely to face protests over climate change and environmental issues?

  1. Democratic National Convention

  2. Republican National Convention

  3. Libertarian National Convention

  4. Green Party National Convention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2024 Democratic National Convention is likely to face protests over climate change and environmental issues, as these topics have become increasingly prominent in the party's platform and among its supporters.

What are some of the common tactics used by protesters at party conventions?

  1. Demonstrations and rallies

  2. Civil disobedience and sit-ins

  3. Lobbying and petitioning

  4. Media outreach and public statements


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Protesters at party conventions employ a variety of tactics to express their views and influence the political process, including demonstrations and rallies, civil disobedience and sit-ins, lobbying and petitioning, and media outreach and public statements.

How do party conventions typically respond to protests?

  1. By ignoring them

  2. By engaging with protesters

  3. By calling in law enforcement

  4. By changing their platform or policies


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Party conventions typically respond to protests in a variety of ways, including ignoring them, engaging with protesters, calling in law enforcement, and changing their platform or policies. The specific response depends on the nature of the protests, the political climate, and the leadership of the party.

What are some of the potential consequences of protests at party conventions?

  1. Increased public awareness of an issue

  2. Changes in party platform or policies

  3. Negative publicity for the party

  4. Violence or arrests


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Protests at party conventions can have a variety of consequences, including increased public awareness of an issue, changes in party platform or policies, negative publicity for the party, and violence or arrests. The specific consequences depend on the nature of the protests, the political climate, and the response of the party and law enforcement.

- Hide questions