James A. Garfield

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was James A. Garfield born?November 19, 1831, in Orange Township, Ohio
2. When did James A. Garfield die?September 19, 1881
3. What is the presidential term?March 4, 1881 – September 19, 1881
4. What is the education?Williams College, 1856
5. Who was James A. Garfield?James A. Garfield was the 20th President of the United States. He loved learning and was known for his smart ideas and kind heart.
6. How did Garfield become president?Garfield was chosen by a divided group of politicians at the 1880 Republican Convention. He won the election with a quiet "front porch" campaign from his home in Ohio.

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