“An Age of Limits” Presentation

Who followed Richard Nixon as U.S. president?

Gerald Ford

Did Nixon’s successor pardon Nixon?

Yes, Gerald Ford pardoned Richard Nixon.

What were the twin economic problems that the American people faced during the 1970s?

Stagflation—high inflation and high unemployment

What agreement did the United States reach with the Soviet Union concerning each nation’s weapons supply during Gerald Ford’s presidency?

SALT II (Strategic Arms Limitation Talks)

What department of the federal government did President Jimmy Carter create in 1977?

Department of Energy

The term Sunbelt refers to which region of the United States?

The southern and southwestern states

Did the American people largely adhere to traditional values during the 1970s?

No, many Americans questioned or moved away from traditional values.

What was the subject of the proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution that fell short of ratification by the states in 1972?

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)

Did Americans earn more degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math related fields during the 1970s than in previous decades?

Yes, the number of STEM degrees increased during the 1970s.