Modern US History Quiz

What event led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon in 1974?

• The Watergate scandal

• The moon landing

• The Vietnam War

• The Civil Rights Movement

Which terrorist organization was responsible for the 9/11 attacks in 2001?

• Hamas

• Al-Qaeda

• ISIS

• Taliban

What was the primary goal of the War on Terror initiated by the United States after 9/11?

• Invade and occupy foreign countries

• Seek revenge for the 9/11 attacks

• Establish a global empire

• Eliminate terrorist threats and prevent future attacks

Who was the 40th President of the United States, known for his conservative policies and economic reforms?

• George W. Bush

• Barack Obama

• Ronald Reagan

• Bill Clinton

Which country imposed an oil embargo on the United States in 1973, leading to an energy crisis?

• Japan

• China

• Russia

• Arab countries

What was the name of the building where the Democratic National Committee's headquarters were located, and which was the site of the Watergate scandal?

• White House

• Empire State Building

• Capitol Hill

• Watergate complex

What was the immediate response of the US government to the 9/11 attacks?

• Launched military and intelligence operation

• Sent humanitarian aid to the affected countries

• Declared a national holiday

• Held peace talks with the attackers

What was the nickname given to the Strategic Defense Initiative proposed by President Reagan?

• Cosmic Shield

• Galactic Battle

• Star Wars

• Space Force

Which country was the primary target of the War on Terror in the early 2000s?

• Afghanistan

• Iran

• Iraq

• Syria

What was the impact of the oil embargo on the United States in the 1970s?

• The oil embargo led to a significant increase in oil prices and caused fuel shortages in the United States.

• The oil embargo resulted in an abundance of fuel in the United States

• The oil embargo led to a decrease in oil prices in the United States

• The oil embargo had no impact on the United States economy