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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4 Chapter 24 | Part 4 Chapter 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What amendment to the U.S. constitution gives black individuals the right to vote?
(a) 13th.
(b) 19th.
(c) 1st.
(d) 15th.

3. What leads to the decline of the Senate's effectiveness and prestige?
(a) Lack of interest.
(b) Demanding presidents.
(c) Corruption.
(d) Seniority in committees.

4. Who refuses to compromise the seniority system when LBJ wants to put a freshmen Senators in key committees?
(a) Russell.
(b) McCarthy.
(c) Walter Magnuson.
(d) Kefauver.

5. What does LBJ say about opposing Eisenhower's Foreign policy?
(a) It is shameful.
(b) It boosts a Senator's career.
(c) It is American.
(d) It is suicide.

Short Answer Questions

1. What seemingly impenetrable group does LBJ need support form to reach the White House?

2. What assignment does Magnuson want more than Foreign Affairs?

3. When is LBJ sworn in as a Senator?

4. Why does McCarthy leave the Senate?

5. What is the vote in the Olds' case?

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