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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3 Chapter 16 | Part 3 Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is required to override a Senator's right to extend discussion on a proposed bill?
(a) Presidental order.
(b) Seniority.
(c) Two thirds vote.
(d) Unanimous consent.

2. Who wants the information that LBJ gathers regarding votes?
(a) No one.
(b) The House of Representatives.
(c) Other Senators.
(d) The White House.

3. How long does Richard Bevard Russell Sr. serve as Chief Justice?
(a) 19 years.
(b) 16 years.
(c) 26 years.
(d) 10 years.

4. What does Olds do after his time in politics?
(a) Works in a steel factory.
(b) Retires.
(c) Files bankruptcy.
(d) Sets up a consulting firm.

5. What committee controls the money to run programs proposed by other committees?
(a) The Presidential Committee.
(b) Weights and Measures.
(c) Appropriations.
(d) Treasury.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the vote in the Olds' case?

2. Who does LBJ choose to work on his North Korean investigation committee?

3. What committee is LBJ offered upon entering the Senate?

4. How many liberal Democrats defend Olds during his trial?

5. Why is LBJ frustrated working in the House?

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