Vietnam War and Nixon Era Quiz

What happened in the Gulf of Tonkin that changed America’s involvement in the war?

• The U.S. signed a peace treaty with North Vietnam

• U.S. ships were attacked by North Vietnamese boats

• The Vietnamese asked the U.S. to leave

What was the Tet Offensive?

• A holiday celebration in Vietnam

• A surprise attack during a holiday celebration

• A new type of military training

Why did the My Lai Massacre shock Americans?

• U.S. soldiers were attacked and captured

• The Viet Cong burned American supplies

• Civilians were killed by U.S. soldiers

What was Nixon’s plan called to reduce U.S. troops in Vietnam?

• Vietnamization

• Nixon Doctrine

• Peace Plan

What happened when Nixon announced the U.S. was entering Cambodia?

• Everyone supported the decision

• Students protested and four were killed at Kent State

• Cambodia asked for U.S. help

What was the goal of SALT I?

• To build more nuclear weapons

• To stop spying between countries

• To reduce the number of nuclear weapons

What was one major success during Nixon’s presidency?

• The start of the Vietnam War

• The moon landing

• Winning a third term as president

What was the Watergate scandal about?

• A fight in Congress

• A secret mission to Vietnam

• A break-in at Democratic office

Why did Nixon resign from the presidency?

• He was sick

• He lost re-election

• He faced impeachment for covering up crimes