Jimmy Carter's Presidency and Legacy

Jimmy Carter, a Washington outsider, won the 1976 presidential election but faced challenges during his presidency, including a troubled relationship with Congress and economic issues. His presidency was marked by the Iran hostage crisis and rising inflation. After leaving office, Carter focused on humanitarian efforts, earning a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

What was a key factor in Jimmy Carter's successful presidential campaign in 1976?

• His experience in Washington politics

• His military background

• His image as a Washington outsider

• His association with Watergate

Despite being a Democrat, why did Carter face challenges with Congress?

• He had no political experience

• He was too liberal

• He was not a good public speaker

• He was a fiscal conservative

Which policy was considered a success during Carter's presidency?

• Increased military spending

• National healthcare reform

• Deregulation of the airline industry

• Tax cuts for the wealthy

How did the public generally view Carter's legislative leadership?

• Highly effective

• Ineffective and lacking a clear agenda

• Too aggressive

• Overly cautious

What major international crisis occurred during Carter's presidency?

• The Iran hostage crisis

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The Gulf War

• The Korean War

What was one of the economic challenges faced by Carter during his presidency?

• Low unemployment

• High economic growth

• Rising inflation

• Decreasing oil prices

What significant achievement did Carter accomplish after his presidency?

• Returning to farming full-time

• Leading a major corporation

• Becoming a Supreme Court Justice

• Winning the Nobel Peace Prize

Who was Carter's charismatic opponent in the 1980 election?

• Ronald Reagan

• Richard Nixon

• George H. W. Bush

• Gerald Ford