Bill Clinton Trivia Question
Though his wife’s pursuit of the oval office has been at the forefront in recent years, Bill Clinton made quite the impact throughout his time in power from 1993 to 2001. What do you know of his work?
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What happened in the Senate when Andrew Johnson faced impeachment in 1868?
- A.
Senate Removed Him From Office
- B.
He Resigned Before The Vote
- C.
Senate Was Deadlocked
- D.
Measure Fell One Vote Short
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D. Measure Fell One Vote ShortExplanation
During Andrew Johnson's impeachment in 1868, the measure to remove him from office fell one vote short in the Senate. This means that although there was a strong push for his removal, there was not enough support to reach the required number of votes. As a result, Johnson was able to remain in office despite the impeachment proceedings.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following men did not serve as chief of staff under President Bill Clinton?
- A.
Lloyd Bentsen
- B.
Mack McClarty
- C.
Leon Panetta
- D.
John Podesta
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A. Lloyd BentsenExplanation
Lloyd Bentsen did not serve as chief of staff under President Bill Clinton. The question asks to identify the individual who did not hold this position during Clinton's presidency.Rate this question:
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- 3.
During Bill Clinton's impeachment trial, who was the first Senator to speak up with an objection to how the trial was proceeding?
- A.
Olympia Snowe of Maine
- B.
Dianne Feinstein of California
- C.
Tom Harkin of Iowa
- D.
Tom Daschle of South Dakota
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C. Tom Harkin of IowaExplanation
Tom Harkin of Iowa was the first Senator to speak up with an objection to how Bill Clinton's impeachment trial was proceeding.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who was the attorney that cross-examined Judge Kenneth Starr on the first day of the impeachment hearings?
- A.
Charles Ruff
- B.
Bob Bennett
- C.
David Kendall
- D.
Bob Livingston
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C. David KendallExplanation
David Kendall was the attorney who cross-examined Judge Kenneth Starr on the first day of the impeachment hearings.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many questions did the Judiciary Committee send over to the White House for President Bill Clinton to respond to in writing?
- A.
81
- B.
75
- C.
91
- D.
85
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A. 81Explanation
During President Bill Clinton's impeachment proceedings, the Judiciary Committee sent 81 questions to the White House for him to respond to in writing. These questions were likely related to the investigation and allegations against him, and the committee sought his detailed responses to aid in their decision-making process.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is Charles F.C. Ruff?
- A.
Big Clinton Contributor From Arkansas
- B.
Chief Prosecutor Under Judge Starr In The Impeachment Investigation
- C.
Former Arkansas Governor
- D.
One Of President Clinton's Attorneys
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D. One Of President Clinton's AttorneysExplanation
Charles F.C. Ruff is identified as one of President Clinton's attorneys. This suggests that he played a role in providing legal counsel and representation to President Clinton during a certain period of time. The other options provided do not refer to Ruff's specific role as an attorney for President Clinton, making them incorrect choices.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was the date of Linda Tripp and Monica Lewinsky's taped lunch at a hotel restaurant and who wired her?
- A.
Jan. 17, 1998 - FBI
- B.
Jan. 13, 1998 - FBI
- C.
Jan. 13, 1998 - Lucianne Goldberg
- D.
Jan. 17, 1998 - House Judiciary Committee
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B. Jan. 13, 1998 - FBIExplanation
On January 13, 1998, the FBI wired Linda Tripp during her lunch with Monica Lewinsky at a hotel restaurant. This means that the FBI secretly recorded their conversation, likely as part of their investigation into the alleged affair between Monica Lewinsky and President Bill Clinton.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How is Andy Bleiler related to the Monica Lewinsky scandal?
- A.
Private Eye Hired To Dig Up Dirt On Tripp And Goldberg
- B.
Ambassador To South Africa Who Once Employed Monica
- C.
Secret Service Agent Assigned To The Oval Office
- D.
Teacher That Had Extra Marital Fling With Monica Before The President
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D. Teacher That Had Extra Marital Fling With Monica Before The PresidentExplanation
Andy Bleiler is related to the Monica Lewinsky scandal as the teacher who had an extramarital fling with Monica before she became involved with the President. This suggests that Bleiler had a romantic relationship with Monica Lewinsky prior to her involvement with President Bill Clinton, which was a significant aspect of the scandal.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When Richard Nixon faced the impeachment process, how many articles of impeachment were passed by the House Judiciary Committee?
- A.
None, He Resigned First
- B.
Three
- C.
Just One, Abuse Of Power
- D.
Seven
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B. ThreeExplanation
During the impeachment process of Richard Nixon, the House Judiciary Committee passed three articles of impeachment. These articles accused Nixon of obstruction of justice, abuse of power, and contempt of Congress. However, before the articles could be voted on by the full House of Representatives, Nixon resigned from office, making him the first U.S. president to do so. Therefore, while three articles of impeachment were passed by the committee, they were not ultimately voted on or carried out due to Nixon's resignation.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the vote in the Senate on the obstruction of justice charge against Bill Clinton?
- A.
55-45 for conviction (but short of the 2/3 majority needed)
- B.
50-50
- C.
55-45 against conviction
- D.
60-40 against conviction
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B. 50-50Explanation
The vote in the Senate on the obstruction of justice charge against Bill Clinton was 50-50. This means that there was an equal number of votes in favor of conviction and votes against conviction. However, the 2/3 majority needed for conviction was not reached, resulting in Clinton being acquitted of the charge.Rate this question:
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What was the vote in the Senate on the perjury charge against Clinton?
- A.
55-45 For Conviction
- B.
60-40 Against Conviction
- C.
55-45 Against Conviction
- D.
50-50
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C. 55-45 Against ConvictionExplanation
The vote in the Senate on the perjury charge against Clinton was 55-45 against conviction. This means that the majority of the senators voted against finding Clinton guilty of perjury.Rate this question:
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