Question

Which statement is false?

The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution gave the president power to take military action.
United States troops were originally sent to South Vietnam as military advisers.
Supporters of the Vietnam War were called hawks.
Ho Chi Minh seized control of South Vietnam following the 1956 elections.

Answer 1

The last two choices are false. 
The term war hawks was used during the war of 1812.
Ngo Dinh Diem cancelled the elections in 1956 so Ho Chi Minh wouldn't control all of Vietnam.

Answer 2

Answer:

D is the only correct answer.