5.2 the Impact of Watergate and new legislation

Question 1

The War powers act 1973

Answer 1

required president to consult with Congress before sending troops into war

Question 2

The Elections campaign act 1974

Answer 2

sets limits on campaign contributions

Question 3

The Privacy Act 1974

Answer 3

allowed people to access government files

Question 4

The Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act 1974

Answer 4

President cannot use own money for government uses

Question 5

National Emergencies Act 1976

Answer 5

Introduced checks and balances on Presidential powers

Question 6

Ethics in Government Act 1978

Answer 6

Government officials had to make their finances public

Question 7

Short term effects of Watergate on US politics

Answer 7

white house officials tried and 30 went to prison
Republicans lost 50 seats

Question 8

Long term effects of Watergate on US politics

Answer 8

US politics reputations damaged worldwide
Americans more cynical about their politicians