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John F. Kennedy: A Presidential Legacy

This worksheet explores the life, presidency, and legacy of John F. Kennedy, focusing on key events and policies during his time in office.

Grade 8 Social studies HistoryU.S. HistoryJohn F. Kennedy
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D2.His.2.6-8D2.His.14.6-8

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John F. KennedyJFKUS HistoryCold WarCivil Rights
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John F. Kennedy: A Presidential Legacy

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.

1. What was the name of John F. Kennedy's domestic program?

a

The Great Society

b

The New Frontier

c

The Square Deal

d

The New Deal

2. Which international crisis during Kennedy's presidency brought the world closest to nuclear war?

a

The Vietnam War

b

The Berlin Blockade

c

The Cuban Missile Crisis

d

The Korean War

3. John F. Kennedy established the   in 1961, an organization that sends American volunteers to assist developing nations.

4. Kennedy's famous inaugural address quote was, "Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what  ."

5. John F. Kennedy was the youngest person ever elected President of the United States.

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True

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False

6. The Space Race began during John F. Kennedy's presidency.

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True

F

False

7. What was the primary goal of the Bay of Pigs invasion, and why did it fail?

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8. Discuss the impact of Kennedy's assassination on the United States.