Do You Know About Ronald Reagan?

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1. How old was Ronald Reagan when he died?

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Ronald Reagan died at the age of 93. This is the correct answer because it accurately states his age at the time of his death.

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2. Where is Ronald Reagan buried?

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Ronald Reagan is buried at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. This is a fitting location for his burial as it is a place dedicated to preserving his legacy and honoring his contributions as the 40th President of the United States. The library is located in Simi Valley, California and serves as a museum and research center, making it an appropriate final resting place for Reagan.

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3. Reagan was caught up in the Iran-Contra Affair; which country did that involve?

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Reagan's involvement in the Iran-Contra Affair refers to a political scandal in the 1980s where senior officials of the Reagan administration secretly facilitated the sale of weapons to Iran, despite an arms embargo. The proceeds from these sales were then used to fund the Contras, a rebel group in Nicaragua. Therefore, the correct answer is Nicaragua.

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4. When was Ronald Reagan born?

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Ronald Reagan was born in February, 1911.

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5. While Reagan was President, 241 Americans were killed in a bombing in which country?

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During Reagan's presidency, a bombing in Lebanon resulted in the death of 241 Americans. This incident is commonly referred to as the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing. The attack was carried out by a suicide bomber driving a truck filled with explosives into the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon. The bombing was a devastating blow to the U.S. military and led to the withdrawal of American forces from Lebanon.

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6. Who are Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman's children?

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Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman had two children, Maureen and Michael.

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7. When did Reagan publicly admit that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease?

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In 1994, Reagan publicly admitted that he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. This announcement came five years after he had left office as the 40th President of the United States. Reagan's admission brought attention to the disease and helped raise awareness about Alzheimer's and its impact on individuals and their families.

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8. How many electoral votes did Reagan get when he ran against Jimmy Carter?

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In the presidential election of 1980, Ronald Reagan received 489 electoral votes when he ran against Jimmy Carter. Electoral votes are the votes cast by the Electoral College, which determines the outcome of the presidential election in the United States. Reagan's victory in this election marked a significant shift in American politics, as he won by a large margin and brought conservative policies to the forefront of national politics.

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How old was Ronald Reagan when he died?
Where is Ronald Reagan buried?
Reagan was caught up in the Iran-Contra Affair; which country did that...
When was Ronald Reagan born?
While Reagan was President, 241 Americans were killed in a bombing in...
Who are Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman's children?
When did Reagan publicly admit that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's...
How many electoral votes did Reagan get when he ran against Jimmy...
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