"Richard Nixon's Resignation Speech" by President Richard M. Nixon prior to answering the following questions.

Question 1
What is Nixon's MAIN purpose in writing and giving this speech? (1 point)
Responses

To solidify his legacy as a statesman for peace rather than as a corrupt politician.
To solidify his legacy as a statesman for peace rather than as a corrupt politician.
To encourage the American public to support President Ford.
To encourage the American public to support President Ford.
To announce his resignation and admit his guilt in order for redemption.
To announce his resignation and admit his guilt in order for redemption.
To defend his innocence and clear his name without facing consequences.

1 answer

The MAIN purpose of Nixon's resignation speech is to announce his resignation and admit his guilt in order for redemption.