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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did the British sign the cease fire in Egypt?
(a) They never signed a cease fire.
(b) November 5, 1957.
(c) The day of the 1956 presidential election.
(d) 2 days after Eisenhower was sworn into office.

2. After what event did Eisenhower decide to keep his running mate?
(a) After a public apology.
(b) After a public speech.
(c) After a private meeting.
(d) After reading polls.

3. What did people start to doubt about Eisenhower at the end of Chapter 12?
(a) His birth place.
(b) His sanity.
(c) His loyalty.
(d) His math skills.

4. What were Truman's feelings about Eisenhower after his election?
(a) He thought Eisenhower made a mistake in choosing Nixon.
(b) He thought Eisenhower was too soft on Communists.
(c) He did not think Eisenhower could handle the presidency.
(d) He was happy for Eisenhower.

5. Who did Eisenhower hesitate to pull back during the battle mentioned in Chapter 4?
(a) Fredentall.
(b) Leclerc.
(c) Patton.
(d) Bradley.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did Eisenhower take to recuperate, physically?

2. What situation required Eisenhower's attention during his 1956 campaign?

3. What did Montgomery and Brooks try to do to Eisenhower concerning the battle plan?

4. Who did Eisenhower pick to be his running mate for the 1952 election, in Chapter 10?

5. Why was the National Guard called in Arkansas in September 1957?

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