Watergate and the Ford Years

Question 1

During Ford’s presidency, which long conflict finally came to a close?

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The Vietnam War

Question 2

In June 1973, former White House lawyer John Dean testified about White House .

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conversations

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the impact of the Watergate scandal on Nixon’s reelection?

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The scandal had no significant impact on Nixon’s reelection.

Question 4

Why did President Nixon refuse to hand over the tapes of his White House conversations?Check any of the boxes that apply.

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He was afraid of what they might reveal about his wrongdoing.; He believed he was not required to do so under the principle of executive privilege.

Question 5

Choose the right answer to complete the sentence.Nixon resigned the presidency in August 1974

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because he realized his presidency could not survive.

Question 6

In general, the public reacted to President Ford’s pardon of Nixon with .

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anger

Question 7

During Ford’s presidency, which long conflict finally came to a close?

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The Vietnam War

Question 8

Some observers wondered whether President Ford had .

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made a deal with Nixon

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