Which scandal involved a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and led to the President's resignation?

Which scandal involved a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and led to the President's resignation?

• A. Watergate
• B. Iran-Contra
• C. Teapot Dome
• D. Whiskey Ring

Answer: (A)

This item tests your understanding of the Watergate scandal and its political consequences. A break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Watergate complex in Washington, D.C., was linked to members of Nixon’s reelection campaign, and the ensuing investigation exposed a pattern of illegal activities and a cover-up at the highest level of government. The disclosures and use of White House tapes brought to light abuses of power, which led to near-certain impeachment and Nixon’s resignation in 1974. The other scandals listed involve different events: Iran-Contra centers on covert arms dealing and funding, Teapot Dome on oil-reserve bribery in the early 1920s, and the Whiskey Ring on tax evasion during Grant’s administration; none involved a presidential resignation triggered by a break-in.

This item tests your understanding of the Watergate scandal and its political consequences. A break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Watergate complex in Washington, D.C., was linked to members of Nixon’s reelection campaign, and the ensuing investigation exposed a pattern of illegal activities and a cover-up at the highest level of government. The disclosures and use of White House tapes brought to light abuses of power, which led to near-certain impeachment and Nixon’s resignation in 1974. The other scandals listed involve different events: Iran-Contra centers on covert arms dealing and funding, Teapot Dome on oil-reserve bribery in the early 1920s, and the Whiskey Ring on tax evasion during Grant’s administration; none involved a presidential resignation triggered by a break-in.