Unit 12 Replacement Grade

Front

What policy did Richard Nixon introduce to ease tensions between the U.S. and communist nations, particularly the U.S.S.R. and China?

Back

Detente

Front

What was the main purpose of the War Powers Act passed after the Vietnam War?

Back

To require Congressional approval for troop commitments within a certain time frame

Front

What was the outcome of the Watergate Scandal?

Back

Nixon won re-election but later resigned due to the scandal

Front

What was the outcome for President Nixon after the Watergate scandal?

Back

He resigned from office

Front

What significant international agreement did Jimmy Carter help to negotiate?

Back

The Camp David Accords

Front

What event led to the Iranian Hostage Crisis during Jimmy Carter's presidency?

Back

The overthrow of the Shah of Iran and the Iranian Revolution

Front

How did the Iranian Hostage Crisis end?

Back

The hostages were released just before Ronald Reagan took office as President.

Front

What was the strategic importance of Iran that made it a focus of U.S. foreign policy?

Back

Its abundant oil supply and strategic location

Front

What was the title of the book published by Rachel Carson in 1962 that is mentioned in the text?

Back

Silent Spring

Front

What chemical's banning was influenced by the critical acclaim of Rachel Carson's book?

Back

DDT