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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25 - 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Lyndon's mother shy away from?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) The sun.
(c) Dances.
(d) Loud boys.

2. What was Lyndon's father's profession?
(a) Salesman.
(b) Rancher.
(c) Preacher.
(d) Teacher.

3. Lyndon's mother and father shared an interest in _____________.
(a) art.
(b) law.
(c) politics.
(d) religion.

4. With whom did politicians have to struggle as noted in Chapter 28, "I'll Get It for You"?
(a) Utilities companies.
(b) Miners.
(c) Ranchers.
(d) Social services agencies.

5. Lyndon's mother was ___________________________ in the Texas Hill Country.
(a) the most beautiful woman.
(b) the best public speaker.
(c) the most highly literate woman.
(d) the best woman gunsmith.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was rare about Lyndon's mother living in the 19th century?

2. Why did few Texans get an education?

3. What was Lyndon's father's name?

4. Of what was the author ignorant when embarking on writing this book?

5. With what woman did Lyndon become infatuated during this period?

(see the answer key)

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