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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lady Bird do to sooth LBJ's mood swings during his recovery?

2. How much does LBJ pay for his old house?

3. Who refuses to compromise the seniority system when LBJ wants to put a freshmen Senators in key committees?

4. Who does LBJ help to be named Assistant Democratic Cloakroom for the purpose of gaining information?

5. When does McCarthy leave the Senate?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is LBJ's relationship with his wife like?

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

3. Describe the two affairs LBJ has while in the Senate.

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

5. What is the Senate responsible for?

6. Why does LBJ feel Democrats need credit for the rescue of an idolized President?

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

8. What is LBJ relationship with his other family members like?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the Texas NYA? How does LBJ make a lasting impact on this organization and the people it serves? How does the organization make a lasting impact on LBJ? Provide examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What are some of the most popular committees Senators want to be on? Discuss why these committees are the favorites among Senators and what type of changes they make by being on these committees.

Essay Topic 3

LBJ is a powerful force. In your opinion, do others respect LBJ or simply fear him? Provide evidence for your answer based on events and situations from the book.

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