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The Nixon Presidency

Question 5 • MCPSS AL-Grade 6 United States Studies: The Industrial Revolution to the Present - Summer School 2026

What term was used to describe President Nixon’s foreign policy?

Answer
A
détente
B
diplomacy
C
national security
D
negotiation

Explanation

The term most closely associated with President Nixon’s foreign policy was détente. It describes easing tensions between the United States and communist powers, especially the Soviet Union and China, through improved relations and agreements. “Diplomacy” and “negotiation” are broader methods, while “national security” refers to protecting the country.

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