Former Pres. Truman returns to Washington DC to attend dinner honoring Sam Rayburn, Speaker of the House

Former Pres. Truman returns to Washington DC to attend dinner honoring Sam Rayburn, Speaker of the House

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Journalism, History, Social Studies

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Former President Truman, nearing his 71st birthday, is back in Washington for a busy weekend, including a $100-a-plate dinner honoring Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn. The event gathers 3,500 Democratic Party members and features notable figures like Mrs. Truman, former Veep Barclay, Governor Harriman, and Adlai Stevenson. The evening is filled with reunions and political discussions, with Mrs. Roosevelt and Mr. Stevenson among those speculating on future elections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change has former President Truman made to his morning routine?

He walks a mile and a quarter instead of two miles.

He has stopped walking in the mornings.

He jogs instead of walking.

He now walks two miles instead of one.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the $100-a-plate dinner at the National Guard Armory?

To celebrate Truman's birthday.

To honor Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn.

To raise funds for a new political campaign.

To commemorate the end of World War II.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long has Sam Rayburn been a member of Congress?

Since 1945

Since 1950

Since 1913

Since 1920

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which former Vice President is mentioned as meeting his ex-chief?

Alben W. Barkley

Joe Biden

Richard Nixon

Al Gore

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is seen chatting with Adlai Stevenson during the event?

Mrs. Truman

Mrs. Roosevelt

Sam Rayburn

Governor Harriman