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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although thought of as a crazy politician, what did John F. Kennedy see as a mark of courage in the man?
(a) He would do what he thought was right regardless of his party or his popularity.
(b) His stance on big government over states' rights.
(c) He would stand up in the Senate without a gun.
(d) He would do whatever was necessary to get re-elected.

2. Under what law was President Andrew Johnson tried in the Congress?
(a) The Civilian Code.
(b) The Bill of Rights.
(c) The Articles of Confederation.
(d) The Articles of Impeachment.

3. Why was Norris' candidate for President unpopular in 1928?
(a) He wore a moustache.
(b) He was a Socialist.
(c) He was a Catholic.
(d) He was a Radical.

4. What unwanted praise did Norris and his group receive after the filibuster?
(a) Praise from the German press.
(b) Praise from Lenin in Russia.
(c) Praise from the French who also opposed the war.
(d) Praise from the Mexican government.

5. What memorable line did the Toledo BLADE print about Taft after he decried the Nuremberg trials?
(a) He has a wonderful mind that knows practically everything and understands practically nothing.
(b) This is not the time to weaken the punishment of international crimes.
(c) That Taft wanted to let loose on the world a terrible gang of cutthroats.
(d) He has no feeling about the soup kitchens of 1932 but supports Nazi criminals.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the first son of a former president to become president of the U.S.?

2. What is ironic about Texas secession on March 2?

3. What is a constant that an elected official must understand?

4. What character traits did Henry Adams consider that Lamar possessed above all others?

5. What was one of Benton's favorite sayings about himself?

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