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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6 Chapter 42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Richard Bevard Russell Jr. when he wins a seat in the state house?
(a) 41 years.
(b) 56 years.
(c) 34 years.
(d) 23 years.

2. What group is LBJ named director of at age 26?
(a) Federal Trade Administration.
(b) Senate.
(c) Natinal Youth Administration for Texas.
(d) Young Republicans.

3. What does Olds do after his time in politics?
(a) Files bankruptcy.
(b) Works in a steel factory.
(c) Retires.
(d) Sets up a consulting firm.

4. How does LBJ get to the hospital in 1955 after he suffers a massive heart attack?
(a) A friend drives.
(b) He drives himself.
(c) An ambluance.
(d) A hearse.

5. How does the Chamber of Commerce describe LBJ?
(a) Son of Texas.
(b) An honorable man.
(c) Itchy trigger finger.
(d) Selfish.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many votes does LBJ need to vote as a Bloc with the south against cloture?

2. With the launch of Sputnik in 1957, what issue does LBJ brings to the table?

3. How are LBJ's children being raised?

4. How does MLK Jr. tell followers to deal with opposition?

5. What is the attitude of the Democratic party after LBJ heart attack?

(see the answer key)

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