- 1. Richard M. Nixon, the 37th U.S. President, notably resigned from office on August 8, 1974, in the wake of the Watergate scandal, a political controversy that unraveled following a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate office complex in Washington, D.C. The scandal involved a series of illegal activities undertaken by members of Nixon's administration, including attempts to cover up the involvement of the president and his closest advisors. As evidence mounted, including the infamous White House tape recordings that revealed Nixon's complicity in the cover-up, public and political pressure intensified, leading to an unprecedented situation in American politics. Facing almost certain impeachment by the House of Representatives and a likely conviction by the Senate, Nixon chose to become the first and only U.S. president to voluntarily resign from office. In his farewell address, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the nation but also acknowledged the immense challenges he faced, conceding that his decisions as president had led to deep divisions within the country. His resignation marked a pivotal moment in American history, demonstrating the power of accountability and the essential checks and balances inherent in the democratic system.
When did Richard Nixon resign as the 37th U.S. President?
A) 1969
B) 1990
C) 1974
D) 1980
- 2. Which scandal eventually led to Nixon's resignation?
A) Iran-Contra Affair
B) Watergate
C) Irangate
D) Teapot Dome scandal
- 3. Who succeeded Richard Nixon as President after his resignation?
A) Jimmy Carter
B) Gerald Ford
C) George H.W. Bush
D) Ronald Reagan
- 4. Where was Richard Nixon born?
A) California
B) New York
C) Texas
D) Illinois
- 5. Which political party did Richard Nixon belong to?
A) Democratic
B) Independent
C) Republican
D) Libertarian
- 6. Which foreign country did Nixon visit during his presidency in 1972, leading to improved relations with the U.S.?
A) France
B) Germany
C) China
D) Russia
- 7. What was Richard Nixon's vice president's name?
A) Spiro Agnew
B) Nelson Rockefeller
C) Gerald Ford
D) Henry Kissinger
- 8. Before becoming President, what position did Nixon hold as part of Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration?
A) Vice President
B) Chief of Staff
C) Secretary of State
D) Attorney General
- 9. Which committee was involved in investigating the Watergate scandal?
A) Senate Watergate Committee
B) Congressional Oversight Committee
C) Special Counsel Investigative Committee
D) House Judiciary Committee
- 10. Who was the investigative journalist that played a key role in uncovering the Watergate scandal?
A) Bob Woodward
B) Walter Cronkite
C) Dan Rather
D) Carl Bernstein
- 11. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution did Nixon's resignation trigger the ratification of?
A) 27th Amendment
B) 25th Amendment
C) 21st Amendment
D) 22nd Amendment
- 12. What title did Nixon achieve after serving as President?
A) Elder Statesman
B) Ambassador
C) Cabinet Member
D) Chief Justice
- 13. During his presidency, Nixon implemented a policy of withdrawing troops from which conflict?
A) Korean War
B) Gulf War
C) World War II
D) Vietnam War
- 14. How many terms did Richard Nixon serve as President before resigning?
A) 4
B) 3
C) 2
D) 1
- 15. Before entering politics, Nixon served in which branch of the military during World War II?
A) Army
B) Air Force
C) Marines
D) Navy
- 16. What nickname did Nixon give to the silent law-abiding majority of Americans during a famous speech?
A) Forgotten Americans
B) Moral Majority
C) Constitutionalist Coalition
D) Silent Majority
- 17. After leaving office, Nixon published his memoirs under what title?
A) A President's Story
B) RN: The Memoirs of Richard Nixon
C) The Nixon Chronicles
D) Reflections of a Leader
- 18. Which year did Richard Nixon take office as the President?
A) 1969
B) 1980
C) 1972
D) 1961
- 19. Who was Richard Nixon's opponent in the 1960 Presidential election?
A) John F. Kennedy
B) Lyndon B. Johnson
C) Jimmy Carter
D) Dwight D. Eisenhower
- 20. In which New York town was Richard Nixon born?
A) Yorba Linda
B) Albany
C) Syracuse
D) Buffalo
- 21. Which aircraft was famously used by the President as Air Force One during Nixon's tenure?
A) Concorde
B) Boeing 707
C) Airbus A380
D) Lockheed C-130
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