Nixon/Watergate Test

What building was broken into during the Watergate Break-in?

• The Capitol Building

• The White House

• Democratic Headquarters

President Nixon's 1st vice-president resigned in 1973 - what was his name?

• Gerald Ford

• Spiro Agnew

• Jimmy Carter

Which word also means "resign"?

• release tension

• hire

• quit

Which statement most accurately depicts why president Nixon had to resign from office in 1974?

• He opened relations with China and the Soviet Union.

• He pulled troops out of Vietnam in 1973.

• He led a criminal conspiracy from the White House, which mislead the nation.

During the investigation, the Supreme Court ordered Nixon to hand over what piece of incriminating evidence?

• Transcripts of his conversations

• Tape recordings

• Contracts of different CREEP members

In August 1974, Richard Nixon became the first president to do what?

• Resign

• Die while in office

• Flee the country

What was the name of the hotel that Nixon allegedly sent people to break in to and spy on the DNC?

• Waterfront

• Watergate

• Waterfall

Who became president after Richard Nixon resigned?

• Gerald Ford

• Jimmy Carter

• Ronald Reagan

Why did Richard Nixon not face any criminal charges for his part in the Watergate scandal?

• Presidents don't have to follow the law.

• He was pardoned by President Gerald Ford, which means he could not be prosecuted.

• He died before they could go to court.

What is the definition of pardon?

• It's another way to say "excuse me".

• A reason for doing something.

• Forgiveness for crimes on behalf of the federal government.