1970s & 1980s US History Review

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Which scandal led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon? Options: Iran-Contra affair, Monica Lewinsky scandal, Watergate scandal, Teapot Dome scandal

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Watergate scandal

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Which war occurred during the 1970s and resulted in the withdrawal of US troops?

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Vietnam War

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What major event in the 1970s caused an energy shortage and led to long lines at gas stations?

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OPEC oil embargo

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Which event in the 1970s involved the seizure of American embassy personnel in Iran?

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Iran hostage crisis

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What was the name of the scandal that involved the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters?

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Watergate scandal

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Which crisis in the 1970s involved the prolonged detention of American embassy personnel in Iran?

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Iran hostage crisis

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What was the major issue that Jimmy Carter focused on during his presidency?

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Energy crisis

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Why did gasoline prices spike during the 1970's and early 1980's?

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Conflicts in the Middle East disrupted the distribution of oil

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Which factor contributed most to inflation in the United States? Options: Tax increases, Oil embargoes, High unemployment, High tariffs

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Oil embargoes

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How did President Jimmy Carter attempt to end hostilities between the groups that fought in these wars?

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He helped negotiate a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords