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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5: The Fine and Lively Arts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does E.D. Nixon's campaign to unionize the sleeping car porters end?
(a) Only NIxon's train line is unionized.
(b) They are all fired.
(c) The porters are given a vote and they vote against the union.
(d) The union is instituted.

2. What does Edward Burgess discuss buying at the beginning of his interview in Merely Passing Through?
(a) A rack of lamb.
(b) A pair of Florsheim shoes.
(c) A yacht.
(d) A Studebaker.

3. What metaphor does Arthur Robinson use to describe Wall Street in the 1920's?
(a) A private club.
(b) A candy store.
(c) A Roman orgy.
(d) A rigged casino.

4. How did Phyllis Mortimer's brother feel about her working in the 1930's?
(a) Relieved.
(b) Proud.
(c) Embarrassed
(d) Unconcerned.

5. What recollection does Diana Morgan have that draws tears from her?
(a) Her father's death.
(b) Interviewing her former maid for relief.
(c) Losing her house.
(d) Having to stand on line for a job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did some vets stay in Washington, DC during the Bonus March besides the Hoovervilles?

2. In whose administration was David Kennedy the Secretary of the Treasury?

3. What popular American novel did Jack Kirkland adapt into a successful play?

4. When were the collectivized camps outside of urban centers closed?

5. How were the actors able to perform the opening night of The Cradle Will Rock?

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