The Reagan Revolution Answers

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In his 1991 book, Oliver L. North claims that Reagan knew about the use of residuals for the Contras. Which fact from "The Iran-Contra Affair” makes North’s claim more credible?

A
North diverted funds, with the full knowledge of Reagan’s national security advisor.
B
North’s superior, Admiral John Poindexter, resigned, and North quit.
C
North was convicted, but his conviction was later overturned on a technicality.
D
Fourteen people were charged with either operational or cover-up crimes.
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How does the New York Times article support the evidence presented in "The Iran-Contra Affair”?

A
by showing that North had a central role
B
by blaming Poindexter for his role
C
by explaining that Congress cut off aid
D
by including specific years as proof
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Which part of the Tower Commission’s account makes Reagan’s innocence uncertain?

A
its determination that the commission was “Reagan-appointed”
B
its conclusion that “an investigation” of the president was needed
C
its claim that Reagan’s disengagement had “created conditions”
D
its assertion that there was a “diversion of funds to the Contras”

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