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America in the Bush Years — Unit test

Question 7 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

Which statement best describes Ford’s official reaction to Nixon’s involvement in Watergate?

Answer
A
He sentenced Nixon to prison over the scandal.
B
He disregarded Nixon’s involvement in the scandal.
C
He issued a pardon so Nixon avoided jail over the scandal.
D
He let Congress handle Nixon’s involvement in the scandal.

Explanation

After becoming president, Gerald Ford issued a full pardon to Richard Nixon for offenses related to Watergate. The pardon meant Nixon would not face criminal prosecution or go to jail over the scandal, so choice C is correct.

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