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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25-26, pg. 648-706.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the result of the case in #46?
(a) Indictments against the board members.
(b) Refunds for customers.
(c) The charges were withdrawn.
(d) It was settled out of court.

2. What announcement did Huey make on July 15, 1930?
(a) His retirement from politics.
(b) His candidacy for U.S. Senate.
(c) His terminal illness.
(d) His bid for re-election as governor.

3. With what major oil company did Parker broker a deal regarding taxes?
(a) BP Oil.
(b) Standard Oil.
(c) Gulf Shores Oil.
(d) Texaco Oil.

4. What brought an end to the impeachment trial?
(a) Illegal proceedings.
(b) Insufficient votes.
(c) Statute of limitations.
(d) Public pressure.

5. What nickname did Huey use for reporters?
(a) Pond scum.
(b) Polecats.
(c) Vultures.
(d) Bastards.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year did the House impeach Huey?

2. Each side in the impeachment trial was accused of _________________.

3. Against what company did Huey fight a rate increase in February of 1921?

4. Who served as the local political boss in Louisiana parishes in the early 20th century?

5. Huey was also classified as ______________________.

(see the answer key)

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