Question

How was the election of 2008 important? (5 points)

It marks the first time a major political party has nominated an American woman for its presidential candidate.
It marks the first time a major political party has nominated an African American for its presidential candidate.
It was the first time that a female candidate ran for vice president from a major party in the federal election.
It was the first time that an African American ran for vice president from a major party in the federal election.

Answer 1

Just took this test, the answer is NOT the one about the female candidate. sorry !!!

Answer 2

A female candidate (Sarah Palin) was running for vice president, but this was not the first time, for example Geraldine Ferraro run for vice president in 1984.

It was significant because It marks the first time a major political party has nominated an African American for its presidential candidate. This candidate also later won and is today's president!