Question
Which two correct answers best identify the central ideas of nixons resignation speech
A.Nixon admits he did do some things wrong but deserves less crtical summary because he only did them in the best interests of the American people
B.getting caught up in scandals prevents actual poltical progress from occuring
C.while nixon's administration achieved major peace milestones,in order to protect those milestones the ford administration must contuine to address important issues
D. America will come to regret its focus on Nixons corruption instead of his foreign Diplomacy skills as America faces a world wide nuclear proliferation crisis
E-Nixon is resigning in ordee to avoid impeachment,which would tarnish his image
And which two phrases from his speech support both answers?
A.Nixon admits he did do some things wrong but deserves less crtical summary because he only did them in the best interests of the American people
B.getting caught up in scandals prevents actual poltical progress from occuring
C.while nixon's administration achieved major peace milestones,in order to protect those milestones the ford administration must contuine to address important issues
D. America will come to regret its focus on Nixons corruption instead of his foreign Diplomacy skills as America faces a world wide nuclear proliferation crisis
E-Nixon is resigning in ordee to avoid impeachment,which would tarnish his image
And which two phrases from his speech support both answers?
Answers
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The two correct answers that best identify the central ideas of Nixon's resignation speech are:
**B. getting caught up in scandals prevents actual political progress from occurring.**
**D. America will come to regret its focus on Nixon's corruption instead of his foreign diplomacy skills as America faces a worldwide nuclear proliferation crisis.**
### Supporting Phrases from Nixon's Speech:
**For Answer B:**
1. Nixon discusses how the political turmoil and scandals have distracted from essential governance, implying that such distractions hinder progress.
2. He mentions the need to "focus on the issues," indicating that scandals take away from the real work that must be done for the country.
**For Answer D:**
1. Nixon emphasizes his diplomatic achievements and warns against the dangers the nation faces if the focus remains solely on his personal failings.
2. He points out the risks related to foreign policy and nuclear proliferation, suggesting that if America doesn’t shift its focus, it could lead to significant consequences.
These phrases illustrate Nixon's desire to highlight the impact of scandal on political progress and to remind the public of the important achievements in foreign diplomacy that should not be overshadowed by personal controversies.
**B. getting caught up in scandals prevents actual political progress from occurring.**
**D. America will come to regret its focus on Nixon's corruption instead of his foreign diplomacy skills as America faces a worldwide nuclear proliferation crisis.**
### Supporting Phrases from Nixon's Speech:
**For Answer B:**
1. Nixon discusses how the political turmoil and scandals have distracted from essential governance, implying that such distractions hinder progress.
2. He mentions the need to "focus on the issues," indicating that scandals take away from the real work that must be done for the country.
**For Answer D:**
1. Nixon emphasizes his diplomatic achievements and warns against the dangers the nation faces if the focus remains solely on his personal failings.
2. He points out the risks related to foreign policy and nuclear proliferation, suggesting that if America doesn’t shift its focus, it could lead to significant consequences.
These phrases illustrate Nixon's desire to highlight the impact of scandal on political progress and to remind the public of the important achievements in foreign diplomacy that should not be overshadowed by personal controversies.