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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5 Chapter 33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first civil rights legislation submitted by the FDR administration?
(a) Social Security.
(b) Womens Rights.
(c) War time legislation.
(d) Voting Rights.

2. What makes LBJ's job as Majority Leader more difficult in terms of major bills and controversial issues?
(a) Absent voting.
(b) Voting Blocs.
(c) Filibusters.
(d) Unanimous consent.

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

4. Who does LBJ assign as acting Whip in 1956?
(a) Hunphrey.
(b) Rowe.
(c) Russell.
(d) Smathers.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Vice President's role in the Senate?

2. How much does LBJ pay for his old house?

3. How is Olds referred to during his trial initiated by LBJ?

4. What is the result of LBJ's power in the Senate?

5. In 1954, who attempts to change Senate Rule 22?

(see the answer key)

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