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1. Each man stands in his respective corner waiting for the bell to signal the beginning of the fight. In one corner, wearing checkered trunks, is a man famous for his protruding glass nose and jaw, Richard "Tricky Dick" Nixon. In the other corner, wearing blue trunks and eating a Whopper, is William "Grope-a-dope" Clinton, a man who isn't afraid to grab below the belt. As the bell rings, the fighters circle one another looking for an opening. "Tricky" strikes first with an astonishing jab of "obstruction of justice". Nixon's attempted cover-up of what event resulted in the charge of obstruction of justice?
2. Article I alleges that Nixon "using the powers of high office, engaged personally and through his subordinates and agents in a course of conduct or plan designed to delay, impede, and obstruct the investigation of such unlawful entry; to cover up, conceal and protect those responsible; and to conceal the existence and scope of other unlawful covert activities." Which of the following actions did Nixon engage in to precipitate this article of impeachment?
3. Back in the ring, unfazed by the quick blow, Clinton bobs to the left, delivers a quick uppercut and scores by landing his own "obstruction of justice". Article I relates to allegations of false testimony given by Bill Clinton to a grand jury about his relationship with which woman?
4. Which of the following accusations was not made against Clinton in Article I of the Articles of Impeachment?
5. The bell rings marking the beginning of the 5th round. Both fighters still appear strong and unaffected by the blows of his opponent. But suddenly "Tricky Dick" connects with a barrage of jabs and hooks causing Clinton to backpedal into the ropes. Clinton is saved by the bell just as Nixon rocks him with a devastating blow of "abuse of power". What was the name of Nixon's aide, known as his hatchet man, who served prison time for the unlawful possession of an FBI file?
6. The Nixon White House formed a group of operatives to carry out electronic eavesdropping and other clandestine activities. They claimed it was in order to stop leaks of national security secrets. Opponents claimed it was a blatant violation of civil rights. What was this group called?
7. In the 7th round Clinton, still feeling the effects of the previous two rounds, looks for a chance to feel Nixon out and score with his trademark right hand. He is alert the moment "Tricky" gets careless by going wide and lands a powerful "obstruction of justice" jab and a stiff "abuse of power" left hook. Nixon, obviously hurt, stumbles to his corner as the bell ends this round. Articles II and III contain which of the following accusations against Clinton?
8. Which of the following items, subpoenaed as material evidence, did Bill Clinton allegedly conspire to conceal with the help of Monica Lewinsky?
9. Bill Clinton used his influence to secure a job in New York City for Monica Lewinsky. He said he was helping her as a friend, just as he helps many of his other friends. His detractors claim it was to buy her cooperation in the Paula Jones civil lawsuit. What powerful Washington attorney said he solicited a job for Lewinsky on behalf of the President?
10. By now bloody and bruised, both fighters leave their respective corners for the beginning of the 10th round. Looking to end the bout with a quick knockout, the two fighters stand toe-to-toe exchanging blows. As Clinton ducks and weaves, Nixon delivers a glancing blow of "defiance of subpoena" to the forehead. The blow does little real damage but Clinton loses his balance and sits on the canvas. While the referee is performing a standing eight count, answer this question. How many minutes were erased on the famous Nixon White House tape 342?
11. Having received first aid, strategic advice from his trainer, and a box of Little Debbie snack cakes, Clinton enters the final round with renewed energy. He charges an obviously weary and desperate Nixon and drops him with a punishing left hook made of alleged lies to Congress. Rather than appear before the House Judiciary Committee in person, how did Clinton respond to the impeachment inquiries of Congress?
12. Instant darkness came to Nixon with the blow and he hit the canvas with a sickening thud. There he stayed for a few brief seconds before rising to a raucous crowd and proclaiming, "I am not a pugilist". Nixon tries to steady his knees as he looks to his corner, only to see utter defeat in the eyes of his team. Realizing his supporters no longer believe he can win, "Tricky Dick" throws in the towel and resigns from the fight. How many U.S. Presidents prior to Nixon resigned from office?
13. What U.S. government entity drafts and approves Articles of Impeachment against a President?
14. Which President was impeached?
15. What future First Lady helped draft the standards of impeachment against Richard Nixon?
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DieHard
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