Question

Why did Lester Maddox surprise everyone when he took office?

A
because he began to appoint children to government jobs.

B
because he began to appoint convicts to government jobs.

C
because he began to appoint women to government jobs.

D
because he began to appoint African Americans to government jobs.

Answer 1

Lester Maddox surprised everyone when he took office primarily because he began to appoint **D) African Americans to government jobs.** This was unexpected as he had a history of opposing desegregation and was known for his controversial views during the Civil Rights Movement. His appointments were seen as a significant departure from his previous stance and represented a shift in his administration.