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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What nickname was given to Joe Cannon because of his power?
(a) Czar Cannon.
(b) King Cannon.
(c) Lord Cannon.
(d) Duke Cannon.

2. Who was the only Southern senator who refused to secede with his state?
(a) Andrew Jackson.
(b) Thomas Hart Benton.
(c) Jefferson Davis.
(d) Andrew Johnson.

3. In spite of John Quincey Adams' clarity and political courage, what life-long need did he have?
(a) Unwavering popularity among the people.
(b) A personal fortune so he was not dependent on the voters.
(c) The visible justification of God.
(d) The approval of his father and mother.

4. Why was Webster not bothered by what many would consider as bribes?
(a) He felt he was entitled to extra benefits for his service to the Union.
(b) He never let that happen to him.
(c) The moral question of accepting money and gifts for Webster was not an issue for him.
(d) He accepted money and gifts but always did only what he thought was right.

5. Taft's words on freedom of thought, freedom from orthodox dogma, and the right to think for oneself are his definition of what?
(a) Liberalism.
(b) Unitarianism.
(c) Socialism.
(d) Conservatism.

Short Answer Questions

1. John Quincey Adams was a Senator from what state?

2. Who was the Senator from Nebraska who opposed President Woodrow Wilson's Armed Ship Bill?

3. Which senator saved himself from dunking by giving a speech beside the river?

4. For what conflict does Kennedy feel the most empathy?

5. What was one argument Webster made for compromising on the question of slavery?

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