FINAL EXAM REVIEW: Nixon,
Watergate, Ford, Carter Submit
Assignment
Why would the Nixon campaign team take such a risky action as breaking
into the opposition's headquarters? - ANSWER-Because of Nixon's
overwhelming fear of losing and the team's belief that all means should be
taken to defeat the opponent.
What steps did the White House take to cover up its involvement in the
Watergate break-in? - ANSWER-1. Nixon was paranoid but tried to act calm.
2. Shredded all incriminating documents
3. Asked CIA to urge the FBI to stop its investigations into the burglary.
4. CRP passed paid off burglars to buy their silence.
Would Nixon have been forced to resign if the tapes had not existed? What if
he had apologized for the break-in? - ANSWER-I predict no. If he apologized
Watergate, Ford, Carter Submit
Assignment
Why would the Nixon campaign team take such a risky action as breaking
into the opposition's headquarters? - ANSWER-Because of Nixon's
overwhelming fear of losing and the team's belief that all means should be
taken to defeat the opponent.
What steps did the White House take to cover up its involvement in the
Watergate break-in? - ANSWER-1. Nixon was paranoid but tried to act calm.
2. Shredded all incriminating documents
3. Asked CIA to urge the FBI to stop its investigations into the burglary.
4. CRP passed paid off burglars to buy their silence.
Would Nixon have been forced to resign if the tapes had not existed? What if
he had apologized for the break-in? - ANSWER-I predict no. If he apologized
