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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25-26, pg. 648-706.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what date was Huey sworn in as Senator in Washington?
(a) January 1, 1932.
(b) April 15, 1932.
(c) March 3, 1932.
(d) January 15, 1932.

2. Why was Huey a long shot at winning the governor's race?
(a) He didn't have any legal experience.
(b) He didn't have the support of the wealthy.
(c) He didn't have enough media attention.
(d) He was too young.

3. What did Huey do on his first day in the Senate?
(a) Took his staff to lunch.
(b) Introduced himself to everyone on the floor.
(c) Called in sick.
(d) Worked twelve hours.

4. In what year did Huey Long win a Senate seat?
(a) 1950.
(b) 1984.
(c) 1962.
(d) 1930.

5. What was one of the promises Huey made during his gubernatorial campaign?
(a) Tax cuts for home improvements.
(b) Surfaced roads.
(c) Government home loans.
(d) Food stamps.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Huey return to New Orleans a few days after arriving at the Senate?

2. Which state did the person in #122 represent?

3. A move to destroy Huey Long was rumored to be financed by ___________________.

4. Huey was one of the first politicians to use _______________ in political campaigning.

5. On what topic did Huey deliver a national radio broadcast on February 23, 1934?

(see the answer key)

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