Political Developments: The 1912 Presidential Election

Question 1

How was the 1912 election marking a turning point in American Politics?

Answer 1

It showed that the Republicans and the Democrats were committed to the Progressive Movement

Question 2

Who won the 1912 Presidential Election?

Answer 2

Woodrow Wilson

Question 3

What was a benefit for Wilson politically when he became President in terms of Congress?

Answer 3

There was a Democrat majority in The Senate and The House of Representatives

Question 4

How did Wilson attack the Republicans in his campaign?

Answer 4

He said that they were only helping big businesses by introducing high tariffs

Question 5

How many states did Taft win in the 1912 election?

Answer 5

2

Question 6

How many votes did Taft get in the 1912 election?

Answer 6

3 million

Question 7

How many electoral votes did the Republicans win in the 1912 election?

Answer 7

8 votes

Question 8

Which ex-President ran in the 1912 election?

Answer 8

Theodore Roosevelt

Question 9

Which party did Roosevelt run under?

Answer 9

The Progressive Party

Question 10

How many electoral votes did Theodore Roosevelt get in the 1912 election?

Answer 10

88 electoral votes

Question 11

How could it be argued Wilson’s criticism of the Republican party was invalid?

Answer 11

Taft had destroyed 80 trusts while he was President