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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 Chapter 8 | Part 2 Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the two houses of congress treat the Great Depression?
(a) Business as usual.
(b) With care.
(c) Top priority.
(d) The opportunity to gain power.

2. Who attempts to coach LBJ on proper Senate behavior?
(a) Walter George.
(b) FDR.
(c) Richard Russell Sr.
(d) Woodrow Wilson.

3. What is required to override a Senator's right to extend discussion on a proposed bill?
(a) Two thirds vote.
(b) Presidental order.
(c) Unanimous consent.
(d) Seniority.

4. How does LBJ's personality fit into the Senate?
(a) He acts like the other Senators.
(b) It is a major contrast.
(c) He is less confident than other Senators.
(d) He is over eager.

5. What does FDR use to maintain support of the public?
(a) Kindness.
(b) Radio fireside chats.
(c) Fear.
(d) Oppression.

Short Answer Questions

1. What term refers to a body of laws proposed to enforce segregation?

2. What does LBJ demand of his staff?

3. How are LBJ's children being raised?

4. How old is Richard Bevard Russell Jr. when he wins a seat in the state house?

5. How does the Southern Bloc in the Senate defend Jim Crow against the Northern Liberals?

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