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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17-18, pg. 454-525.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Huey need to develop a power base?
(a) The metropolitan areas.
(b) The Democratic Party.
(c) The southwestern parishes.
(d) The U.S. Congress.

2. Huey said he would run for the Senate only if he could __________________.
(a) Stay in New Orleans.
(b) Serve out his term as governor.
(c) Be elected for two terms.
(d) Build a new mansion.

3. Huey was the first to use _______________ in a campaign.
(a) Radio advertising.
(b) An airplane.
(c) A sound truck.
(d) Bumper stickers.

4. Who was Joe Messina?
(a) Huey's driver.
(b) Huey's tailor.
(c) Huey' personal assistant.
(d) Huey's accountant.

5. How much was Huey fined in a libel suit?
(a) $5,000.
(b) $15,000.
(c) $1,000.
(d) $1.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year did Huey become governor of Louisiana?

2. With what major oil company did Parker broker a deal regarding taxes?

3. Who was Huey's Lieutenant Governor?

4. How many years did it take Huey to pass the bar exam?

5. What was Huey often accused of being?

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