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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17-18, pg. 454-525.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Huey need to develop a power base?
(a) The southwestern parishes.
(b) The Democratic Party.
(c) The metropolitan areas.
(d) The U.S. Congress.

2. What nickname did Huey acquire after moving into the governor's mansion?
(a) Big Daddy.
(b) Mr. Governor.
(c) Kingfish.
(d) The Big Cheese.

3. Who was Huey's Lieutenant Governor?
(a) Willie Edwards.
(b) Mike Marsden.
(c) Paul Cyr.
(d) Ed Zentz.

4. Huey formulated a __________________ that was not accepted by the independent oil producer's association.
(a) Voter's rights bill.
(b) Minimum wage bill.
(c) Tax bill.
(d) Pipeline bill.

5. Many people characterized Huey as _______________.
(a) An idiot.
(b) A womanizer.
(c) A saint.
(d) A hero.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much was Huey fined in a libel suit?

2. How many years did it take Huey to pass the bar exam?

3. To which commission did Huey win an election?

4. For what act did Huey offer Harley money and immunity?

5. What major program was launched after Huey's Senate win?

(see the answer key)

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