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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 29-31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. John D. quits school and takes a three month course where at the age of sixteen?
(a) At a commercial college.
(b) At the University of Akron.
(c) At Bowling Green State University.
(d) At Kent State University.

2. John D. now has control of the largest oil refinery in Cleveland at the age of ______________ along with his new partner, Am Andrews.
(a) Thirty-five.
(b) Twenty-five.
(c) Thirty.
(d) Twenty-one.

3. Rockefeller becomes involved in what industry under Gates?
(a) Gold.
(b) Automobile.
(c) Diamond.
(d) Iron ore.

4. At this time, there is oil in what state?
(a) Indiana.
(b) Pennsylvania.
(c) New York.
(d) Ohio.

5. What does John D. believe about his fortune?
(a) It is a surprise to him, and he plans on enlarging it.
(b) It is a gift from God to be used in the betterment of mankind.
(c) It upsets other people, so he should donate some to please others.
(d) It is too much for one person and should be given away.

Short Answer Questions

1. John D. continues to single-handed support what university until 1910?

2. Associations are being formed for what purpose?

3. As Senior becomes more reclusive, the limelight shifts to Junior and focuses on the wealth he will inherit. Does Junior like the limelight?

4. In 1902, the President brings an antitrust suit against Northern Securities Company, a holding company of whom?

5. Do the refiners like the plan?

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