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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 Chapter 8 | Part 2 Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does LBJ's personality fit into the Senate?
(a) He is less confident than other Senators.
(b) He acts like the other Senators.
(c) It is a major contrast.
(d) He is over eager.

2. What term refers to a body of laws proposed to enforce segregation?
(a) Re-Segregation.
(b) Southern Bloc.
(c) Ninth Amendment.
(d) Jim Crow.

3. How does the Southern Bloc in the Senate defend Jim Crow against the Northern Liberals?
(a) Creating Bills.
(b) Congressional action.
(c) A trial.
(d) A filibuster.

4. When is LBJ sworn in as a Senator?
(a) January 3, 1949.
(b) January 3, 1943.
(c) January 3, 1948.
(d) January 3, 1950.

5. How does LBJ often treat his wife?
(a) He beats her.
(b) He praises her.
(c) He humiliates her.
(d) He honors her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is required to override a Senator's right to extend discussion on a proposed bill?

2. What does Richard Bevard Russell Jr. become known as after his father's death?

3. How long does Richard Bevard Russell Sr. serve as Chief Justice?

4. What does LBJ demand of his staff?

5. Who attempts to coach LBJ on proper Senate behavior?

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