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

3. In 1954, who attempts to change Senate Rule 22?

4. What is the result of LBJ's demanding work schedule?

5. Whose influence does Olds state lead him to become less radical?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the greatest benefit of LBJ initiating Olds destruction?

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

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

4. Why does the Senate turn against McCarthy?

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

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

7. How does LBJ's relationship with Lady Bird change after his heart attack in 1955?

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

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

10. In addition to LBJ's demanding work schedule, what other factors cause his poor health?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When does the breaking point occur for LBJ when he realizes that he can no longer fully side with the south? Provide information about what events occur directly before and after this point. Do you think LBJ sees it coming and does he prepare himself for this point?

Essay Topic 2

At one point during the Civil Rights Movement, Eisenhower states that LBJ is the only one that can kill the legislation.

Why does LBJ have so much power?

Does he use his power for good in this situation?

Why does LBJ make the decisions he does regarding the Civil Rights legislation?

Essay Topic 3

Who is the Douglas group? Discuss how this group is formed and the main purpose of this group. Provide examples from the book to support your answer. Is this group successful? If so, provide evidence from the book. If not, what stops them from success?

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