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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What past time of Joe McDonough helped Richard Daley earn political status and why?
(a) McDonough enjoyed deep sea diving and left the office frequently to Daley's care.
(b) McDonough was a philanderer so Daley began to sow the seeds of McDonugh's humiliation.
(c) McDonough was a widely reputed alcoholic so Daley's departure was considered wise.
(d) McDonough spent much time at race tracks allowing Daley fill the responsibilities of McDonough's office.

2. Who was the Republican candidate opposing Richard Daley in the 1955 Chicago mayoral election?
(a) Alderman Robert Merriam.
(b) Dan Rostenkowski.
(c) Martin Kennelly.
(d) Vito Marzullo.

3. What was the label that was given to those who had similar views to Richard Daley in the Cook County Democratic Party?
(a) New Democrats.
(b) Young Thugs.
(c) The Liberals.
(d) The Neophytes.

4. How did Richard Daley address the corruption within the city government?
(a) He hired a P.R. firm to put a positive spin on the controversies.
(b) He had meetings with corrupt officials and reminded them of his basic creed, "Don't get caught."
(c) He personally took charge and fired or incarcerated offenders.
(d) He tried to blow the bad news off the front pages with big, circus-like events.

5. What did people have to do to stay safe in Chicago while Richard Daley was growing up?
(a) Speak softly and carry a big stick.
(b) Stay in their own neighborhood with their own kind.
(c) Show courtesy to women and children.
(d) Wear safety helmets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event led to the biggest scandal of Richard Daley's second term as mayor?

2. In what year did Richard Daley earn a position in the Cook County Democratic Central Committee?

3. How did Richard Daley's day begin and end?

4. How did Richard Daley regard suggestions from Independent members of the City Council?

5. Who did Richard Daley help to get nominated for the 1956 Democratic candidate for president?

(see the answer key)

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