End of the War in Vietnam

Question 1

How did the Vietnam War affect the United States? Check all that apply.

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More than 50,000 Americans were killed.; Economic problems developed in the 1970s.; US expenditures totaled between $120 billion and $140 billion.

Question 2

What is Vietnamization?

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Nixon’s plan for exiting Vietnam

Question 3

Which legislation limited the powers of the president to commit troops to war?

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the War Powers Resolution

Question 4

According to Kennedy, what is the best way to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.?

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to follow his example of tolerance and nonviolence

Question 5

Why did a riot break out at the Democratic National Convention in 1968?Check all the boxes that apply.

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Police responded violently to the protestors.; Protestors became aggressive in expressing their views.; Protestors were angry about the war in Vietnam.

Question 6

Why did many people find Nixon an appealing candidate?

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People liked his promise to end the war and restore order in the US.

Question 7

Nixon refers to which minority in his speech?

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antiwar demonstrators

Question 8

Which event marked the end of the Vietnam War?

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South Vietnam surrendered after Saigon fell.

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