Which of the Following Statements About Presidential Pardons Is False

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about presidential pardons is false?

• A) George Washington declared amnesty to all Americans who fought for the British during the War for Independence.
• B) Andrew Johnson declared amnesty to all Confederate soldiers.
• C) Gerald Ford pardoned Richard Nixon for crimes he may have committed.
• D) Jimmy Carter declared amnesty for all draft evaders during the Vietnam War.
• E) The presidential power to grant pardons involves power over all individuals who may be a threat to the security of the United States.

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Definitions:

Politically Active Colonists

Early American settlers who engaged in actions or movements to influence policies or leadership.

Segregated Units

Military or civilian groups that are divided based on race, gender, or other criteria, historically prevalent in various contexts including the U.S. armed forces.

George Washington

The first President of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797, and a key leader in the American Revolutionary War.

Sons of Liberty

A secret organization of American colonists formed to protest British policies and fight for independence, famous for their role in events like the Boston Tea Party.