Question

Read the passage from Nixon's opening statements in the Nixon-Kennedy debate. Kennedy has suggested that he believes he knows the way. I respect the sincerity which he m- which he makes that suggestion. But on the other hand, when we look at the various programs that he offers, they do not seem to be new. By acknowledging Kennedy's points as valid before offering his own perspective on the issues being discussed, Nixon presents himself as Question options: aggressive and adversarial. mild-mannered and reasonable. insincere and critical. skeptical and dismissive.

Answer 1

The correct answer is "mild-mannered and reasonable".

The 1960 Presidential debate between Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy was the first televised presidential debate in the history of the United States. Therefore it was the first time that candidates were forced to adequate their language and manners due to the cameras. Kennedy started to question Nixon's proposals, while the former adopted a passive attitude, agreeing to some of the statements that Kennedy said.

The overall impression of the debate was the Kennedy had won it. The way he handled himself during the debate was better than Nixon's.