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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who attempts to coach LBJ on proper Senate behavior?
(a) FDR.
(b) Richard Russell Sr.
(c) Woodrow Wilson.
(d) Walter George.

2. What is LBJ's life quest or goal?
(a) Help the downtrodden.
(b) Great power.
(c) Make money.
(d) Earn an honest living.

3. What is the result of LBJ's demanding work schedule?
(a) A divorce.
(b) Depression.
(c) Death.
(d) A varity of medical problems.

4. Who heads the Dixiecrat Party after Russell loses as Truman's replacement?
(a) Hubert Humphrey.
(b) Strom Thurmond.
(c) LBJ.
(d) McFarland.

5. How are LBJ's children being raised?
(a) In a nurturing home.
(b) They grow up fast.
(c) With love.
(d) By committee.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does LBJ's brother, Sam, do to help his situation in terms of his career?

2. How old is Richard Bevard Russell Jr. when he wins a seat in the state house?

3. What is LBJ's goal for the 1951?

4. What election does Richard Bevard Russell Jr. win in 1930?

5. How does LBJ often treat his wife?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the purpose of LBJ's assignment of a committee liaison?

2. Why does Russell try to avoid a formal committee report of the Truman Administration hearings?

3. How is LBJ described when he is a Senator?

4. What is the results of Humphrey's speech on civil rights during chapter 19?

5. How does LBJ use money from the Oilman to his advantage?

6. Why does the Senate turn against McCarthy?

7. How does LBJ take, literally, a hands on approach to gaining support and votes?

8. Why is LBJ such a contrast to the typical Senator?

9. After the Olds trial, what does LBJ say about Olds in a speech given regarding the trial?

10. How is the Senate Supreme described in chapter 15?

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