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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, The Great society.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gathering did local political candidates attend each year in Henley, Texas?
(a) Beach party.
(b) Caucus.
(c) All-day political picnic.
(d) Fundraiser.

2. What job did Johnson take with Richard Kleberg?
(a) Valet.
(b) Legislative Secretary.
(c) Researcher.
(d) Intern.

3. What city did Johnson travel to in order to talk with Richard Kleberg?
(a) Austin.
(b) San Marcos.
(c) Fredericksburg.
(d) Corpus Christi.

4. What was Johnson's first job when he was a freshman in college?
(a) Security guard.
(b) Dorm counselor.
(c) Dishwasher.
(d) Clean-up crew.

5. How long was Johnson's train journey at the end of "Education and the Dream of Success"?
(a) Six days.
(b) One day.
(c) Two days.
(d) One week.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was James Connally?

2. Why did Johnson feel uncomfortable around John Kennedy's staff?

3. What event did Johnson attend in Houston in June, 1928?

4. What appointment did Johnson receive having to do with the National Youth Administration?

5. What did Johnson say the Civil Rights Act should be called?

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