A Snapshot of the US Presidency - Nixon to Reagan (Leaving Cert History): Quizzes
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In which year did Nixon make his historic visit to China?
In which year did Nixon make his historic visit to China?
1972
When were the Paris Peace Accords negotiated by Nixon?
When were the Paris Peace Accords negotiated by Nixon?
1973
In which year did Nixon establish the Environmental Protection Agency?
In which year did Nixon establish the Environmental Protection Agency?
1970
What unique distinction does Nixon hold regarding US presidents?
What unique distinction does Nixon hold regarding US presidents?
Only president to resign
When did Ford sign the Helsinki Accords?
When did Ford sign the Helsinki Accords?
1975
Who did Ford controversially pardon during his presidency?
Who did Ford controversially pardon during his presidency?
Richard Nixon
What major celebration did Ford preside over in 1976?
What major celebration did Ford preside over in 1976?
US Bicentennial
Which two countries signed a peace treaty following Carter's Camp David Accords?
Which two countries signed a peace treaty following Carter's Camp David Accords?
Egypt and Israel
How many Americans were held hostage during the Iran Hostage Crisis?
How many Americans were held hostage during the Iran Hostage Crisis?
52
When did Carter establish the Department of Energy?
When did Carter establish the Department of Energy?
1977
What did Carter promote as a cornerstone of US foreign policy?
What did Carter promote as a cornerstone of US foreign policy?
Human rights
What did Reagan famously call the Soviet Union?
What did Reagan famously call the Soviet Union?
Evil Empire
In which year was the INF Treaty signed?
In which year was the INF Treaty signed?
1987
Which of these was NOT a component of Reaganomics?
Which of these was NOT a component of Reaganomics?
Increased welfare programmes
Who led the 'Just Say No' campaign during Reagan's presidency?
Who led the 'Just Say No' campaign during Reagan's presidency?
Nancy Reagan