US.86: Watergate Scandal and Its Impacts
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Sheridan Kaatz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What event marked the beginning of the Watergate scandal?
The resignation of President Nixon
The break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters
The impeachment of President Nixon
The election of President Ford
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who were the journalists that played a crucial role in uncovering the Watergate scandal?
Walter Cronkite and Dan Rather
Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein
Anderson Cooper and Rachel Maddow
Tom Brokaw and Peter Jennings
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of the significant impacts of the Watergate scandal on journalism?
Increased government control over media
A legacy of distrust in journalism
The rise of social media platforms
The decline of investigative reporting
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the United States v. Nixon Supreme Court case?
It allowed the president to withhold information from Congress.
It established that the president is above the law.
It reaffirmed the system of checks and balances.
It ruled that executive privilege is absolute.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did President Gerald Ford grant a pardon to Nixon?
To punish Nixon for his actions.
To promote national healing and move past the Watergate scandal.
To gain political favor with Nixon's supporters.
To avoid a lengthy trial.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What impact did the Watergate scandal have on American politics and journalism?
It increased trust in government institutions.
It highlighted the dangers of unchecked executive power.
It reduced the importance of a free press.
It strengthened the president's authority.
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