U.S. Political Events and Policies

The video tutorial covers U.S. history standard 22, focusing on international and domestic policies during the Nixon, Ford, and Carter administrations. It discusses the opening of diplomatic relations with China, the end of U.S. involvement in Vietnam, the War Powers Act, the Camp David Accords, and the Iran hostage crisis. The video also explores domestic issues like the creation of the EPA, the emergence of the National Organization for Women, and the Watergate scandal leading to Nixon's resignation.

What was the primary goal of Nixon's visit to China in 1972?

• To establish a military alliance

• To improve trade relations

• To promote cultural exchange

• To negotiate peace in Vietnam

What was the main purpose of the War Powers Act of 1973?

• To increase presidential power

• To limit presidential war-making powers

• To end the Cold War

• To declare war on Vietnam

Which two countries were involved in the Camp David Accords?

• Iran and Iraq

• Israel and Egypt

• North and South Vietnam

• China and the Soviet Union

What was a significant consequence of the failed rescue attempt during the Iran Hostage Crisis?

• It resulted in immediate release of hostages

• It led to Carter's re-election

• It strengthened Carter's presidency

• It contributed to Carter losing the 1980 election

What was the main focus of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) created in 1970?

• To set limits on pollution

• To regulate trade policies

• To promote women's rights

• To manage military operations

What was the primary goal of the National Organization for Women (NOW) founded in 1966?

• To advocate for women's rights and equality

• To regulate trade policies

• To support military veterans

• To promote environmental protection

What event led to President Nixon's resignation in 1974?

• The Vietnam War

• The Iran Hostage Crisis

• The Watergate scandal

• The Camp David Accords

What was the initial reason for the break-in at the Watergate Hotel?

• To establish diplomatic relations with China

• To negotiate peace with Vietnam

• To gather campaign information

• To steal military secrets

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's order regarding Nixon's tapes?

• Nixon was forced to release the tapes

• Nixon refused to comply

• Nixon destroyed the tapes

• Nixon won the case

What was the main reason for the public's loss of trust in Nixon during the Watergate scandal?

• His economic policies

• His diplomatic relations with China

• His attempt to cover up the break-in

• His involvement in the Vietnam War