38. Gerald Ford: 10 quiz questions with answers

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Took office in 1974.

💡 Did you know? Gerald Ford is the only person to become president without ever being elected president or vice president.

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never elected

Both offices by appointment/succession.

💡 Did you know? Ford was first appointed vice president and then moved up to the top office, without ever appearing on an election ticket.

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after Nixon's resignation

Previously an appointed VP.

💡 Did you know? When Nixon resigned over the Watergate affair in 1974, his deputy Ford became president.

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pardoned Nixon

It cost him much support.

💡 Did you know? Ford's pardon of Nixon (even before charges were filed) was highly controversial and probably cost him re-election.

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Republican

Previously a long-serving congressman.

💡 Did you know? During his short term Ford survived two assassination attempts within just three weeks.

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