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Richard Nixon's Presidency

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Question 1

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What was a key goal of Nixon's foreign policy?

Supporting global communism

Isolating the Soviet Union

Easing Cold War tensions

Increasing military presence

Question 2

2.

What does détente refer to?

Relaxation of strained relations

Increase in military arms

Strengthening alliances

Complete isolation of nations

Question 3

3.

Which country did Nixon visit in 1972 for diplomatic relations?

People's Republic of China

Japan

Soviet Union

South Korea

Question 4

4.

What significant arms treaty did Nixon sign?

Paris Peace Accords

Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

Start Treaty

Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty

Question 5

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What agency did Nixon create in 1970 to protect the environment?

Environmental Defense Fund

National Parks Service

Environmental Protection Agency

Department of Interior

Question 6

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Which major act aimed to reduce air pollution during Nixon's presidency?

Clean Air Act

Clean Water Act

Environmental Safety Act

Air Quality Improvement Act

Question 7

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What major scandal led to Nixon's resignation?

Iran-Contra scandal

Monica Lewinsky scandal

Watergate scandal

Teapot Dome scandal

Question 8

8.

What did Nixon initially do regarding the Watergate break-in?

Ignored the issue

Admitted his guilt

Denied any involvement

Fired all involved staff

Question 9

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What was revealed by the tapes from Nixon's White House?

Plans for war

Foreign policy strategies

Attempt to obstruct justice

His presidential campaign details

Question 10

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Who succeeded Nixon after his resignation?

Gerald Ford

Jimmy Carter

Lyndon B. Johnson

Richard Nixon Jr.