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The Nixon Presidency

Question 8 • MS U.S. History - SS3307 B-IC

What role did the Washington Post play in the Watergate scandal?

Answer
A
It exposed the crimes of powerful people.
B
It influenced the reelection of President Nixon.
C
It identified dangerous breaches in national security.
D
It gave important information to the Senate investigation.

Explanation

The Washington Post’s investigative reporting helped uncover the Watergate break-in and the Nixon administration’s efforts to cover it up. Its reporting exposed wrongdoing by powerful people, which matches choice A. The Senate investigation later examined the scandal, but the Post’s best-known role was bringing the crimes and cover-up to public attention.

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