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The Ford and Carter Presidencies

Question 6 • MCPSS AL-Grade 6 United States Studies: The Industrial Revolution to the Present - Summer School 2026

What happened as the US and Iran came to an agreement to release the hostages? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
Algeria served as mediator.
B
The US agreed to unfreeze Iran’s assets.
C
Half the hostages were released.
D
The president met with Iran’s leadership.
E
Iran could access funds upon release.

Explanation

Algeria mediated the negotiations that led to the Algiers Accords. The United States agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets, with funds made available to Iran as part of the arrangement connected to the hostages’ release. The agreement resulted in the release of all 52 hostages, not half; President Carter did not meet with Iran’s leadership.

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