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1. Andrew Johnson became president upon the death of Abraham Lincoln in Lincoln's second term. Johnson, however, was not the vice-president in Lincoln's first term. That individual was replaced as runnning mate for 'political reasons' and thus lost the opportunity - realized when Booth killed Lincoln - to become president. Who was this man?
2. The crew of Apollo 13 is now famous for surviving a difficult journey into space. One astronaut was supposed to be part of the mission, but was held back at the last moment. Who was he?
3. Roger Bannister became famous when he became the first to run a mile in under four minutes. One of his racing adversaries, almost had that distinction - but Bannister passed him in the final part of the race. Who was this man?
4. This Indian chief made a sprint for the Canadian border in order to escape harsh conditions. He came close - but didn't get there. Who was he?
5. Aaron Burr came ever so close to becoming president, but came up short. Who became president instead?
6. Pitcher Bill Bevens took a World Series no-hitter into the ninth inning years before Don Larsen pitched his perfect game. He ended up losing the game. Which team did Bevens pitch for?
7. Francis Drake, legendary sailor, explorer and adventurer, circumnavigated the world. Ferdinand Magellan's crew accomplished this feat previously - but Magellan failed to complete the trip. Why?
8. This actor came close to appearing in a key role in the movie, 'The Wizard of Oz', but had to bow out at the last minute.
9. Samuel J. Tilden almost became president as the problems with the popular vote vs. electoral vote system came into focus. Who won the election?
10. This young man almost became world famous with the Beatles - but was replaced before their fame began. Who was he?
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