70s and 80s - Government Scandals and Distrust

What was the main goal of Nixon's U.S./China relations efforts?

• To impose sanctions on China

• To normalize relations with China

• To form a military alliance with China

• To negotiate a trade deal with China

What led to a national energy shortage and gasoline price spike in the 70s?

• The creation of the Environmental Protection Agency

• A global oil surplus

• OPEC's embargo on the U.S.

• The deregulation of oil prices in the U.S.

Who was the first female Supreme Court Justice?

• Sonia Sotomayor

• Sandra Day O'Connor

• Elena Kagan

• Ruth Bader Ginsburg

What was the Watergate scandal about?

• A financial fraud involving the government

• Illegal arms sales

• A failed military operation

• Nixon's attempt to cover up information

What was the outcome of the Iran-Contra Affair?

• A new treaty was signed with Nicaragua

• Weapons were sold to Iran in exchange for hostages

• Reagan was impeached

• Strengthened U.S.-Iran relations