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QuizMultiple Choice

The Bush and Clinton Presidencies

Question 12 • MCPSS AL-Grade 6 United States Studies: The Industrial Revolution to the Present - Summer School 2026

What was President Clinton charged with by the House impeachment committee?

Answer
A
engaging in crimes related to Whitewater
B
committing sexual harassment and assault
C
lying under oath and obstructing justice
D
having a relationship with a White House intern

Explanation

The House impeached President Bill Clinton on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice. In plain terms, the charges concerned lying under oath and obstructing justice, which matches choice C. He was not impeached for having a relationship itself, nor for the Whitewater matter.

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