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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. Who is very aware of Butler's actions regarding the allocation of funds to the southern parishes?

2. What could be a huge force in politics in the 1920's?

3. How does Butler limit payments to the people in the southern parishes?

4. Why does Hoover need a good reputation with the blacks?

5. Why does Moton continue to support Hoover?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the possible reasons for the crops not growing?

2. Why do LeRoy Percy and his son, William Percy, not see things the same way?

3. What condition are St. Bernard Parish and Plaquemines in?

4. How are LeRoy Percy's dreams being destroyed as the city of Greenville is flooded?

5. Why does Butler threaten the local lawyers from taking any cases from the people of the lower parishes?

6. How does the flood make Hoover a hero?

7. Why would the flood plan have to be constantly revised today?

8. Describe the relationship between Hoover and Moton.

9. Why is the relationship Hoover has with Moton crucial?

10. How does Will Percy declaring a martial law in Greenville go against everything his father believes in?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Make an analysis on Butler. What was important to this politician? What was not important to him? What kind of person was he? What events provided examples to support Butler's reputation during the flood of 1927?

Essay Topic 2

President Coolidge was president during the time of the floods. What contributions did Coolidge make in flood relief or during that time? Why did he behave this way? Do you believe that the flooding in 1927 was one of the reasons he did not run again for president? Explain your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Many decisions in this period of time were based upon politics and what would be best for the individual. Name at least 3 events in which a decision was made based on the desires of a politician. How did this decision affect the events of this time in history?

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