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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why had neither the Spanish nor the Mexicans tried to tame the Texas Hill Country?

2. Who was a lobbyist for the mine owners?

3. What field had Texas not permitted in its medical association until Sam Johnson fought for it?

4. How was the complexion of the Buntons described?

5. What lessons did Lyndon's mother teach to other people?

Short Essay Questions

1. What major obstacle did Lyndon face in Cotulla and what was his greatest achievement?

2. How did the author describe the Texas Hill Country?

3. What were some of the challenges of the farmers in the Texas Hill Country?

4. What happened after the Bunton Johnsons brought cattle to the Texas Hill Country?

5. In the Introduction, what does the author say about Lyndon Johnson's professional relationship with a man who could change his financial future?

6. What was the significance of the town of Cotulla in Lyndon's life?

7. How did little Lyndon respond to the downturn in his parents' financial situation?

8. What quirky behavior did little Lyndon exhibit during this challenging time for his parents?

9. What were two major impediments to young people getting an education in Texas?

10. How old was Lyndon when he was named and what forced the issue to determine his name?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Personal identity is an important theme in this book. Who were some of the people who had the strongest personalities? What were their personal codes? How did Lyndon measure up to these people? What was Lyndon's personal code? Or did he not have one? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Create a brief character study of Rebekah Johnson. What did she look like? What were her positive personality traits? What were some of her negative characteristics? What were her hopes and fears? What motivated her throughout her life?

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Lyndon Johnson. What did he look like? What were his positive personality traits? What were some of his negative characteristics? What were his hopes and fears? What motivated him throughout his life?

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