Question

Which statement describes how the 2008 presidential election was unique in American history?

A.
Both parties nominated minority candidates for the presidency.


B.


For the first time, a woman seriously contended for a major party’s nomination.


C.
Voter turnout in 2008 was lower than in any other election in history.


D.
The Supreme Court decided the election.

Answer 1

The answer is

B.

For the first time, a woman seriously contended for a major party’s nomination.

Answer 2

The correct answer is B. Hillary Clinton was very close to winning the Democratic nomination, but Obama secured the primary in June.