Reagan Era Policies and Events

The video discusses Ronald Reagan's presidency from 1981 to 1989, highlighting his communication skills and major policies like Reaganomics, which included tax cuts and deregulation. It covers his foreign policy, emphasizing peace through strength and the Reagan Doctrine. The video also addresses US involvement in Lebanon, the rise of terrorism, and the Iran-Contra Affair, which involved secret arms sales to Iran and support for Nicaraguan rebels, impacting America's credibility.

What was Ronald Reagan's reputation as a communicator during his presidency?

• He was known for being a poor communicator.

• He was recognized as a great communicator.

• He relied heavily on written communication.

• He avoided public speaking.

Which economic policy is most associated with Ronald Reagan's presidency?

• Fair Deal

• Great Society

• Reaganomics

• New Deal

What was a key component of Reaganomics?

• Increasing taxes on the wealthy

• Cutting taxes for businesses and the wealthy

• Increasing federal welfare spending

• Nationalizing major industries

What was one of the economic outcomes of Reaganomics?

• A prolonged recession

• Stabilization of oil prices

• A decrease in the federal deficit

• Decreased business activity

What was the main goal of the Reagan Doctrine?

• To establish diplomatic relations with the Soviet Union

• To roll back communism by aiding anti-communist fighters

• To support communist governments

• To contain communism

What was the Strategic Defense Initiative commonly nicknamed?

• Star Wars

• Apollo Program

• Manhattan Project

• Operation Desert Storm

What was the Iran-Contra affair primarily about?

• Secret arms sales to Iran and funding Nicaraguan rebels

• Selling arms to the Soviet Union

• Negotiating peace with Iran

• Supporting communist governments in Central America

What was the impact of the Iran-Contra affair on America's global reputation?

• It improved America's credibility

• It had no impact on America's reputation

• It tarnished America's credibility

• It led to increased trust in the government

How did Reagan's presidency affect public trust in the government after the Iran-Contra affair?

• It led to serious questioning of government trust

• It resulted in complete loss of trust

• It had no effect on public trust

• It increased public trust

Despite the Iran-Contra affair, how was Reagan's support among the American public?

• He maintained strong support

• He lost all support

• His support was minimal

• He was largely unpopular