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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What issue caused Benton finally to begin losing popularity in Missouri?
(a) Benton refused to own slaves.
(b) The Missouri voters became ashamed of Benton's rough behavior.
(c) Benton had too many duels.
(d) The Missouri voters felt allied to the South but Benton supported the Union.

2. According to Kennedy, what makes it difficult to recognize courageous acts when they do occur?
(a) Business concerns and the competition for attention from the public.
(b) The secrecy of most courageous acts.
(c) Media bias one way or the other.
(d) Self interest that only looks like courage.

3. Who said that courage is grace under pressure?
(a) Bret Hart.
(b) John Quincy Adams.
(c) Jesus Christ.
(d) Ernest Hemingway.

4. Who suggested that Senators were vulgar demagogues?
(a) A preacher.
(b) An ambassador.
(c) A cabinet member.
(d) A reporter.

5. Why did Houston define himself as an old fogy?
(a) Because, he said, he had been made a martyr for Texas.
(b) Because, he said, I have been around far too long and need to retire.
(c) Because, he said, I cling devotedly to the principles upon which our government was founded.
(d) Because, he said, I don't always practice what I preach.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is ironic about Houston as an Indian fighter?

2. What two bills did Houston support that made him unpopular in the South?

3. How was Benton's behavior different when he was with his family from when he was involved in politics?

4. John Quincey Adams' mother was fond of saying John had been groomed to do what?

5. Which of the following public offices did John Quincey Adams NOT hold?

(see the answer key)

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