Nixon and Watergate

Question 1

Gerald Ford’s presidency was marked by

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severe economic issues.

Question 2

Which of the following is the best summary of Gerald Ford’s presidency?

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Ford assumed office after Nixon’s resignation, continued many of Nixon’s policies, and did not win reelection in 1976.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes Gerald Ford’s connection to the Watergate scandal?

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Ford pardoned Nixon after Nixon resigned and then went before Congress to justify his decision.

Question 4

What White House Official provided additional testimony against Nixon, including tape recordings?

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Alexander Butterfield

Question 5

In United States v. Nixon, the Supreme Court’s ruling made it clear that

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the executive branch should not have more power than other branches of government.

Question 6

The Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Nixon resulted in Nixon’s

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resignation.

Question 7

Which of the following names two pieces of domestic legislation passed during the Nixon administration?

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the Clean Air Act and the Endangered Species Act

Question 8

Which of the following did President Nixon support during his first term?

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the creation of the EPA

Question 9

In an attempt to address the national reaction to the pardon of former president Nixon, President Ford

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testified before Congress.

Question 10

President Nixon claimed that _________ allowed him to keep phone calls secret.

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executive privilege

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