The Watergate Scandal: Nixon's Downfall and Resignation

The video covers the Watergate scandal, starting with the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and the subsequent investigation that linked the crime to President Nixon's re-election campaign. It details the trials of the burglars, Nixon's involvement in the cover-up, and the release of incriminating tapes. Facing impeachment, Nixon resigned, and Gerald Ford succeeded him, later pardoning Nixon for any crimes committed during his presidency.

What event marked the beginning of the Watergate scandal?

• The release of the White House tapes

• The election of Richard Nixon

• The burglary at the Democratic National Committee headquarters

• The resignation of President Nixon

Who were the journalists that exposed the Watergate scandal's links to Nixon?

• Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein

• Edward R. Murrow and David Brinkley

• Walter Cronkite and Dan Rather

• Tom Brokaw and Peter Jennings

What was the purpose of the Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities?

• To organize Nixon's re-election campaign

• To investigate the Watergate burglaries

• To oversee the Democratic National Committee

• To manage the White House tapes

How did Nixon initially respond to the allegations of his involvement in the Watergate scandal?

• He denied any knowledge or involvement

• He blamed his aides

• He admitted to the charges

• He resigned immediately

What was discovered in the White House that played a crucial role in the Watergate investigation?

• A recording system

• A diary

• A hidden camera

• A secret passage

What was the outcome of Nixon's presidency following the Watergate scandal?

• He was impeached and removed from office

• He completed his term without any issues

• He resigned from the presidency

• He was re-elected for a third term

What action did Gerald Ford take regarding Nixon after becoming president?

• He pardoned Nixon for any federal crimes

• He appointed Nixon as his advisor

• He launched a new investigation into Watergate

• He ignored the Watergate scandal