1. Why did Johnson decide to become a politician?
(a) To gain his parents' admiration.
(b) He didn't know what else to do.
(c) To make money.
(d) For fame.

2. What was Johnson in the hospital for a few days before his election as a United States Senator?
(a) High blood pressure.
(b) Heart attack.
(c) Kidney Stones.
(d) Broken leg.

3. What secret group did Johnson form while in his freshman year at college?
(a) Students for Democracy.
(b) Leaders of the Future.
(c) Black Stars.
(d) White Stars.

4. What did Johnson rely on Robert Baker for?
(a) Extend his presence and power.
(b) Weather forecast.
(c) Family news.
(d) List of etiquette rules.

5. What school was Johnson teaching in when he received a call from Richard Kleberg?
(a) San Marcos Elementary.
(b) Fredericksburg High.
(c) Sam Houston High.
(d) Austin Junior High.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who said "The American people are tired of wrecking crews. They want builders--people who construct" when referring to the 1960s presidential campaign in "The Senate Leader"?

2. Who was Robert Baker?

3. What year was the Civil Rights Act approved by the Senate?

4. Who was President in 1931?

5. How long was Johnson's train journey at the end of "Education and the Dream of Success"?

(see the answer key)

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