What did Ford put together to try to help solve economic challenges?
Whip Inflation Now (WIN)
100
Which two countries were involved in the Iran Hostage Situation?
Iran and the United States
100
What economic problems did Ford face?
Ford faced economic problems such as inflation and high rates of unemployment.
100
What doubled in Carters first for years in office?
Inflation doubled
100
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money
Inflation
200
What remained priority during foreign policy challenges?
Détente and the U.S relationship with Soviet Union
200
How long were the hostages held and how many were held?
Fifty-two American diplomats and citizens were held hostage for 444 days.
200
What did Ford fear?
Oil Crisis and Energy Shortages
200
What challenges did Carter face economically?
Carter faced a major energy crisis, and an economic crisis.
200
A relaxing of tension, especially between nations, by negotiations or agreements
Détente
300
What was the SALT II agreement?
An agreement between the U.S and Soviets to agree to recognize the postwar boundaries of Western and Eastern Europe
300
How did Carter handle this situation?
Carter dealt with the situation in a disorganized and poor way, many believe this cost him a 2nd term as president
300
Why did many citizens not trust the government?
The Watergate Crisis was a short time before, causing citizens to not trust the government.
300
What produced full shortages in the U.S?
Violence in the Middle East
300
The advocacy of women's rights on the basis of the equality of the sexes
Feminism
400
Did president carter have strong believes about human rights and equality for everyone?
Carter believed strongly in human rights and strengthened relations with black Africa, he thought it would be best for America to promote worldwide human rights.
400
What was Operation Eagle Claw? Was it successful?
An attempt, known as Operation Eagle Claw, failed, resulting in the accidental deaths of eight American servicemen and one Iranian civilian.
400
What were some social challenges the U.S government faced?
Social issues such as integration in schools, abortion, and women's rights were destroying the American way.
400
What was Carters biggest concern?
Energy crisis and building support for an energy project.
400
A right that is believed to belong justifiably to every person
Human Rights
500
What was the David Accords and who signed it?
The first peace treaties between Israel and one of its Arab neighbors, Egypt, signed by Carter.
500
When were the prisoners released?
The hostages were released after President Ronald Reagan's inauguration.
500
What was the long term challenge ford faced?
Long term economic decline.
500
What were the used alternatives for energy.
The alternatives for energy were solar, nuclear, and geothermal power.
500
An economic problem caused by a dwindling supply of energy, at an increasing price