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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When was the Introduction written?
(a) While Daley was convalescing in the hospital.
(b) One day after Richard Daley died.
(c) After Daley won his last election.
(d) After an interview of Daley's widow.

2. What was the result of Richard Daley's hard work with the Democratic Central Committee?
(a) Influence of Republicans was almost eliminated.
(b) Street repairs for Chicago received sufficient funding.
(c) Chicago became the model of political efficiency.
(d) Crime was reduced dramatically.

3. Why did some members of the Cook County Democratic Central Committee believe that Richard Daley was not suited for the position of Chairman?
(a) He was thought to be indecisive.
(b) Some saw him as too liberal.
(c) He was too conservative.
(d) His professional background was considered to be to controversial.

4. How long was Richard Daley on the city payroll?
(a) 53 years.
(b) Sporadically over five decades.
(c) 23 years as mayor.
(d) At least the next 48 years.

5. Who was the last elected Chicago Mayor before Richard Daley?
(a) Vito Marzullo.
(b) Dan Rostenkowski.
(c) Robert Merriam.
(d) Martin Kennelly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the first stop that Richard Daley made everyday?

2. In what year was Richard Daley born?

3. What did Richard Daley provide these organizations to maintain their support?

4. In earlier times how did ward committeemen win influence over immigrants?

5. What major political event was guided by Richard Daley's leadership in 1956?

(see the answer key)

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