Foreign Policy Final Practice Exam

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    Who was the first Vice President for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew
    • Gerald Ford
    • William Rogers
    • Henry Kissinger
    • Melvin Laird
    • Elliot Richardson
    • James Schlesinger
    • Nelson Rockefeller
    • Donald Rumsfield
    • Walter Mondale
    • Cyrus Vance
    • Edmund Muskie
    • Harold Brown
    • George H. W. Bush
    • Alexander Haig
    • George Shultz
    • Caspar Weinberger
    • Frank Carlucci
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This practice exam focuses on key administrative figures during President Nixon's tenure, assessing knowledge on Vice Presidents and Secretaries. It's ideal for students of political science and American history, enhancing understanding of U. S. Governance.

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  • 2. 

    Who was the second Secretary of State for President Carter?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Edmund Muskie
    Explanation
    Edmund Muskie was the second Secretary of State for President Carter. Muskie served as Secretary of State from 1980 to 1981. He was appointed to the position after Cyrus Vance resigned. Muskie had previously served as a U.S. Senator from Maine and ran as the Democratic Party's vice presidential candidate in the 1968 election. During his time as Secretary of State, Muskie focused on arms control negotiations and improving relations with the Soviet Union.

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  • 3. 

    Who was the second Vice President for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Gerald Ford
    Explanation
    Gerald Ford was the second Vice President for President Nixon. After Spiro Agnew resigned from the position due to corruption charges, Ford was nominated by Nixon and confirmed by Congress as the new Vice President. He served as Vice President from December 6, 1973, until August 9, 1974, when Nixon resigned and Ford became the 38th President of the United States.

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  • 4. 

    Who was the first Secretary of State for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. William Rogers
    Explanation
    William Rogers was the first Secretary of State for President Nixon.

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  • 5. 

    Who was the second Secretary of State for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Henry Kissinger
    Explanation
    Henry Kissinger was the second Secretary of State for President Nixon. He served as Secretary of State from 1973 to 1977. Kissinger played a significant role in shaping American foreign policy during the Nixon administration, particularly in relation to the Vietnam War and the policy of détente with the Soviet Union. He was known for his diplomatic skills and his efforts to negotiate peace agreements, such as the Paris Peace Accords that ended American involvement in the Vietnam War. Kissinger's tenure as Secretary of State was marked by both controversy and praise for his approach to international relations.

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  • 6. 

    Who was the Secretary of State for President Ford?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Henry Kissinger
    Explanation
    Henry Kissinger was not the Secretary of State for President Ford. The correct answer is Henry Kissinger.

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  • 7. 

    Who was the Vice President for President Carter?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Walter Mondale
    Explanation
    Walter Mondale was the Vice President for President Carter.

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  • 8. 

    Who was the Vice President for President Reagan?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. George H. W. Bush
    Explanation
    George H. W. Bush served as the Vice President for President Reagan.

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  • 9. 

    Who was the Vice President for President Ford?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Nelson Rockefeller
    Explanation
    Nelson Rockefeller was the Vice President for President Ford.

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  • 10. 

    Who was the second Secretary of Defense for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Elliot Richardson
    Explanation
    Elliot Richardson was the second Secretary of Defense for President Nixon. He served in this role from January 30, 1973, to May 24, 1973. Richardson was known for his strong commitment to public service and his previous experience in various government positions. He played a crucial role in implementing Nixon's policies and strategies during a critical time in American history, including the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal. However, he resigned from his position as Secretary of Defense due to a disagreement with Nixon over the handling of the Watergate investigation.

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  • 11. 

    Who was the third Secretary of Defense for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. James Schlesinger
    Explanation
    James Schlesinger was the third Secretary of Defense for President Nixon. He served in this position from 1973 to 1975. Schlesinger was a highly qualified individual with a background in academia and government. He played a crucial role in implementing Nixon's policies, including the withdrawal of troops from Vietnam. Schlesinger also focused on modernizing the military and improving its efficiency. However, his tenure was marked by controversies and clashes with other members of the administration. Overall, Schlesinger's time as Secretary of Defense was significant and impactful during the Nixon administration.

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  • 12. 

    Who was the first Secretary of Defense for President Nixon?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Melvin Laird
    Explanation
    Melvin Laird was the first Secretary of Defense for President Nixon.

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  • 13. 

    Who was the first Secretary of Defense for President Ford?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. James Schlesinger
    Explanation
    James Schlesinger was the first Secretary of Defense for President Ford. He served in this role from 1973 to 1975, being appointed by President Nixon and continuing under President Ford. Schlesinger had a strong background in national security and defense, previously serving as the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and as Secretary of Energy. He played a crucial role in overseeing the U.S. military and defense policies during a challenging time, including the end of the Vietnam War and the energy crisis.

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  • 14. 

    Who was the first Secretary of State for President Carter?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Cyrus Vance
    Explanation
    Cyrus Vance was the first Secretary of State for President Carter. He served from 1977 to 1980. Vance was a lawyer and diplomat who had previously held various positions in government, including Deputy Secretary of Defense and Secretary of the Army. As Secretary of State, Vance played a crucial role in shaping US foreign policy during the Carter administration, particularly in the areas of arms control and human rights. He resigned from his position in 1980 due to policy disagreements with President Carter.

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  • 15. 

    Who was the first Secretary of State for President Reagan?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Alexander Haig
    Explanation
    Alexander Haig served as the first Secretary of State for President Reagan. He was appointed to this position in 1981 and served until 1982. Haig had previously served as the White House Chief of Staff under President Nixon and as the Supreme Allied Commander of NATO. During his tenure as Secretary of State, Haig played a key role in shaping Reagan's foreign policy, particularly in relation to the Soviet Union and the Cold War. He was known for his assertive and sometimes controversial approach to diplomacy.

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  • 16. 

    Who was the second Secretary of State for President Reagan?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. George Shultz
    Explanation
    George Shultz was the second Secretary of State for President Reagan. He served as Secretary of State from 1982 to 1989. Shultz was known for his diplomatic skills and played a key role in shaping Reagan's foreign policy. He was instrumental in negotiations with the Soviet Union, particularly in the area of arms control. Shultz was also involved in the efforts to resolve conflicts in the Middle East and Latin America. Overall, his tenure as Secretary of State was marked by a focus on diplomacy and building relationships with other nations.

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  • 17. 

    Who was the first Secretary of Defense for President Reagan?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Caspar Weinberger
    Explanation
    Caspar Weinberger was the first Secretary of Defense for President Reagan. He served in this position from 1981 to 1987. Weinberger was known for his strong stance on defense and his commitment to increasing military spending. He played a key role in the Reagan administration's efforts to build up the military and confront the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Weinberger's tenure as Secretary of Defense was marked by significant increases in defense budgets and the development of new military technologies.

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  • 18. 

    Who was the second Secretary of Defense for President Ford?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Donald Rumsfield
    Explanation
    Donald Rumsfield was the second Secretary of Defense for President Ford.

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  • 19. 

    Who was the Secretary of Defense for President Carter?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Harold Brown
    Explanation
    Harold Brown was the Secretary of Defense for President Carter.

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  • 20. 

    Who was the second Secretary of Defense for President Reagan?

    • Spiro Agnew

    • Gerald Ford

    • William Rogers

    • Henry Kissinger

    • Melvin Laird

    • Elliot Richardson

    • James Schlesinger

    • Nelson Rockefeller

    • Donald Rumsfield

    • Walter Mondale

    • Cyrus Vance

    • Edmund Muskie

    • Harold Brown

    • George H. W. Bush

    • Alexander Haig

    • George Shultz

    • Caspar Weinberger

    • Frank Carlucci

    Correct Answer
    A. Frank Carlucci
    Explanation
    Frank Carlucci was the second Secretary of Defense for President Reagan.

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