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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19-20, pg. 526-582.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Huey proposed a bill for a tax on ______________ to provide revenue for hospitals and charitable organizations.
(a) Tea.
(b) Cigarettes.
(c) Gasoline.
(d) Carbon black.

2. What was the result of the case in #46?
(a) Refunds for customers.
(b) The charges were withdrawn.
(c) Indictments against the board members.
(d) It was settled out of court.

3. In what area did Huey oppose Parker regarding taxes?
(a) Entities that extracted national resources from soil and water. .
(b) Companies that refused to pay minimum wages.
(c) Entities that utilized child labor.
(d) Businesses that did not support Civil Rights.

4. Which candidates usually won when they had the support of the Ring?
(a) Rural candidates.
(b) Wealthy candidates.
(c) First-time candidates.
(d) Liberal candidates.

5. How old was Huey Long when he became governor?
(a) 66.
(b) 29.
(c) 54.
(d) 35.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year did Huey Long win a Senate seat?

2. Huey formulated a __________________ that was not accepted by the independent oil producer's association.

3. What was a dominant personality characteristic of Huey Long's?

4. Who was Huey famous for representing?

5. What issue did Huey try to avoid in the governor race?

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