An Age of Limits

Who succeeded Richard Nixon as president?

Gerald Ford.

Did Ford pardon Nixon?

Yes, bc he wanted to help unite the public after the Watergate scandal

What were the twin economic problems of the 1970s?

Stagflation: inflation and unemployment.

What agreement did Ford make with the USSR?

President Ford and the USSR signed the Helsinki Accords in 1975, agreeing to limit weapons and recognize Soviet control in Eastern Europe as part of continued efforts at Cold War détente

What department did Carter create in 1977?

Department of Energy.

What region is referred to as the Sunbelt?

Southern and southwestern U.S.

Did Americans stick to traditional values in the 1970s?

No, values shifted. From conservative norms to more liberal and expressive culture

What amendment failed in 1972?

Equal Rights Amendment.

Were more STEM degrees earned in the 1970s?

Yes.