What Event Led to a Deep Decline in Popular Perceptions

question 12

Multiple Choice

What event led to a deep decline in popular perceptions of the presidency?

• A) the assassination of President John
• B) the end of the Vietnam War
• C) publication of the Pentagon Papers by the New York Times
• D) the Watergate scandal
• E) the Iran-Contra scandal

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Definitions:

Cultural-Transmission Theory

A concept in sociology that suggests culture and societal norms are learned and passed down from one generation to the next through socialization.

Appeal to Higher Loyalties

Appeal to higher loyalties is a term used in sociology to describe a situation where an individual justifies breaking societal norms or laws by claiming allegiance to a more significant cause or authority.

Condemning Judgments

Harsh criticisms or assessments that express strong disapproval of someone or something.

Justifications

Reasons or arguments presented in support of an action, belief, or theory.