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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5 Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Harry Truman's ancestors were predominantly of what heritage?
(a) English-Norwegian
(b) Scotch-Irish
(c) Japanese-Korean
(d) Welsh-German

2. What condition of the White House was hidden from the Press until after the election?
(a) The elevator was no longer working
(b) The portico had fallen on the presidential limo
(c) The second floor was falling into the first floor.
(d) Fine condition, no need of repair

3. On what charge was Tom Pendergast arrested, convicted and jailed?
(a) Polygamy
(b) Tax evasion
(c) Murder and rape
(d) Embezzlement

4. How long was Truman & Jacobson in business?
(a) Twent-five Years
(b) Three years
(c) Ten years
(d) One year

5. What is the name of the ship Harry Truman and his battalion are on for the Atlantic crossing?
(a) The Titanic
(b) The Lusitania
(c) The George Washington
(d) The Mary Deare

Short Answer Questions

1. What event propelled the United States into WWII?

2. Who of Truman's long time friends was most instrumental in advising him regarding the Palestine problem?

3. Where was Harry S Truman born?

4. What family member does Truman lose in July of 1947?

5. What essential materials were in short supply as America prepared for war?

(see the answer key)

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