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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 demeanor did Lyndon continue to exhibit to those under him?

2. What was the intent of the letters Lyndon wrote during his time on the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee?

3. What was John Nance Garner's nickname?

4. What organization within the government did Lyndon revitalize?

5. Who was the U.S. President famous for Fireside Chats?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why was Lyndon perceived as being insincere?

2. What were some of Sam Rayburn's physical and personality traits?

3. What was the purpose for the building of the Buchanan Dam?

4. What was meant by a "finagle" related to campaign fundraising?

5. For what was Sam Rayburn best know among his colleagues and constituents?

6. How did the Buchanan Dam project help Lyndon gain needed publicity?

7. How did FDR help to save Lyndon's political career regarding some inappropriate campaign funds issues?

8. What was Lyndon's level of support of the New Deal after he got out of the military?

9. What was Longlea and who presided over the estate?

10. What undertaking did Lyndon initiate to show appreciation while serving on the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Lyndon Johnson. What did he look like? What were his positive personality traits? What were some of his negative characteristics? What were his hopes and fears? What motivated him throughout his life?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of struggle. Identify at least two instances about struggle in the book and then cite examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Sam Johnson. What did he look like? What were his positive personality traits? What were some of his negative characteristics? What were his hopes and fears? What motivated him throughout his life?

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