APUSH Period 8 Richard Nixon

What unique event led to Richard Nixon leaving office?

• He was defeated in an election.

• He was impeached.

• He resigned.

• He completed his term.

What was the main reason behind Nixon's resignation?

• To avoid impeachment.

• Due to health issues.

• Public demand.

• Loss of political support.

What was the primary goal of the Watergate break-in?

• To rescue hostages.

• To plant false evidence.

• To steal money.

• To wiretap Democratic offices.

Which act did Nixon sign to combat gender-based discrimination in education?

• Civil Rights Act

• Title IX amendment

• Equal Pay Act

• Fair Housing Act

What was Nixon's stance on the Vietnam War during his campaign?

• To avoid involvement.

• To end the war.

• To maintain status quo.

• To escalate the war.

Which country's ties did Nixon normalize, significantly impacting future economic relations?

• Cuba

• Vietnam

• China

• Russia

What was a controversial aspect of Nixon's foreign policy?

• Establishing a military base in Australia.

• Signing a peace treaty with North Korea.

• Joining the European Union.

• Supporting a coup in Chile.

What radical domestic policy did Nixon propose?

• A guaranteed basic income

• Banning all firearms

• Abolishing the IRS

• Privatizing education

What was the outcome of Nixon's healthcare reform efforts?

• Passed 40 years later

• Rejected by Congress

• Fully implemented during his term

• Withdrawn before voting

How did Nixon's actions impact the principles of democracy according to the conclusion?

• Strengthened them

• Had no impact

• Undermined them

• Transformed them