Which of the following is an example of a rally point?
a. George H. W. Bush was reelected after winning the first Gulf War.
b. During the Watergate investigation, Richard Nixon's approval ratings soared.
c. George W. Bush's popularity was boosted following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
d. Ronald Reagan's approval rating increased sharply during the Iran-Contra scandal.
Answer: c
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