Teapot Dome Scandal Overview

The video explores the Teapot Dome scandal, a major U.S. political scandal before Watergate. It highlights the discovery of oil by Edwin Drake, which transformed the energy sector. The scandal involved Albert Fall, who accepted bribes to lease oil reserves, leading to his conviction. The scandal exposed political greed and led to reforms ensuring government accountability.

What was the Teapot Dome scandal primarily about?

• A land dispute in Wyoming

• Bribery and corruption in oil reserve leases

• A political campaign controversy

• A military conflict over resources

Who discovered crude oil in Pennsylvania, changing the energy landscape?

• Henry Ford

• Edwin Drake

• John D. Rockefeller

• Thomas Edison

What nickname was given to oil due to its value?

• Dark Treasure

• Black Gold

• Golden Liquid

• Liquid Gold

Why did the U.S. Navy set aside oil reserves?

• For emergency use

• For commercial sale

• To prevent foreign access

• To power coal plants

What was the Teapot Dome named after?

• A naval ship

• A rock formation

• An oil company

• A local town

Who was the Secretary of the Interior involved in the scandal?

• Calvin Coolidge

• William Howard Taft

• Warren G. Harding

• Albert Fall

What illegal activity did Albert Fall engage in?

• Espionage

• Accepting bribes for oil leases

• Election fraud

• Tax evasion

What was the outcome for Albert Fall after the scandal?

• He was sentenced to one year in prison

• He fled the country

• He was promoted

• He was acquitted

What was a significant impact of the Teapot Dome scandal on Congress?

• It led to the dissolution of Congress

• It empowered Congress to investigate government officials

• It resulted in new tax laws

• It caused a government shutdown

What did the Teapot Dome scandal reveal about U.S. politicians?

• Their economic policies

• Their commitment to public service

• Their large-scale greed

• Their military strategies