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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Richard Daley prepare for speeches he gave to civic organizations?
(a) During weekends when he did not work.
(b) On his way to the speech.
(c) Over dinners with his wife.
(d) During free time he had over the week before he gave his speech.

2. Why did Royko consider Richard Daley to be a believable father figure to Chicagoans?
(a) He liked sitting in a rocker during public meetings.
(b) He looked old and bald like a father.
(c) He was like many fathers who worked long hours and said what he meant.
(d) He frequently attended weddings and gave away the bride.

3. What was in the front and back of Richard Daley's house?
(a) Chicago police officers.
(b) A spacious lawn.
(c) Fountains.
(d) Roman Catholic statuary.

4. How did Richard Daley's day begin and end?
(a) With a police review of his enemies activities.
(b) With a kiss from his wife.
(c) With a ride in his limo.
(d) With a cup of cofee and a blintz.

5. What was the first stop that Richard Daley made everyday?
(a) A local coffee shop for a doughnut.
(b) A convenience store for a newspaper and a cup of coffee.
(c) Chicago City Hall.
(d) St. Peter's for Daily Mass.

Short Answer Questions

1. What supplemental role did the Chicago Police Department perform for Richard Daley?

2. Who was the president that Richard Daley supposedly helped to elect?

3. According to Royko, What will be the most-remembered political legacy of Richard Daley?

4. What is the topic of Chapter I?

5. Royko reported that ___________ were not upset with Richard Daley's abuses of power.

(see the answer key)

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