1. In his earlier years as Chicago Mayor, Richard Daley walked down Michigan Avenue to greet people. Why did he stop the practice?
(a) The neighborhood became run-down and embarrassing.
(b) People who protested his power were a potential threat to his safety.
(c) The walk in the early morning air was hard on his declining health.
(d) He moved to a new, spacious house which made a trip to Michigan for a walk impractical.

2. What did Richard Daley do if an ex-convict applied for a patronage job?
(a) Verified with their sponsor that they are now clean.
(b) Sent them a polite form letter telling them their quaifications will be considered.
(c) Checked to make sure that the police know where they are.
(d) Ignore their presence on the list.

3. What did Royko describe as Richard Daley's character traits?
(a) Simple, quiet, humble and kind.
(b) Studious, resolved, calm and patient.
(c) Loud, profane, immoral and angry.
(d) Hot-tempered, simple, devious and powerful.

4. When did Richard Daley prepare for speeches he gave to civic organizations?
(a) On his way to the speech.
(b) During weekends when he did not work.
(c) During free time he had over the week before he gave his speech.
(d) Over dinners with his wife.

5. Why did Royko consider Richard Daley to be a believable father figure to Chicagoans?
(a) He looked old and bald like a father.
(b) He frequently attended weddings and gave away the bride.
(c) He liked sitting in a rocker during public meetings.
(d) He was like many fathers who worked long hours and said what he meant.