Test Your Knowledge About Barry Morris Goldwater

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    Who succeeded him as the United States Senator from Arizona?

    • John McCain
    • Henry Dale
    • Birch Bayh
    • Carl Hayden
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There are many interesting facts about Barris Goldwater but the most interesting and historical is his role in the revitalization of the American conservative political body which occurred in the 1960s. While in the Senate, Barry Goldwater specialized in defense policy and thoughtfully perform his duties as a lawmaker. As a good student of history, does his name ring a bell?

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  • 2. 
    How old was Barry Goldwater when he died? - ProProfs

    How old was Barry Goldwater when he died?

    • 89 years old

    • 78 years old

    • 87 years old

    • 93 years old

    Correct Answer
    A. 89 years old
    Explanation
    Barry Goldwater was 89 years old when he died.

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  • 3. 
    In what year did he marry Margaret Johnson? - ProProfs

    In what year did he marry Margaret Johnson?

    • 1939

    • 1936

    • 1934

    • 1931

    Correct Answer
    A. 1934
    Explanation
    He married Margaret Johnson in 1934.

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  • 4. 
    How many times was he elected as US senator from Arizona? - ProProfs

    How many times was he elected as US senator from Arizona?

    • 2 times

    • 5 times

    • 4 times

    • 3 times

    Correct Answer
    A. 5 times
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 5 times. This means that he was elected as a US senator from Arizona a total of 5 times.

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  • 5. 
    Which of these was his alma matter? - ProProfs

    Which of these was his alma matter?

    • University of Arizona

    • University of Virginia

    • University of Manchester

    • University of Edinburgh

    Correct Answer
    A. University of Arizona
    Explanation
    The correct answer is University of Arizona. This is his alma mater because it is the university where he studied and received his degree.

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  • 6. 
    Barry Goldwater was survived by how many children?  - ProProfs

    Barry Goldwater was survived by how many children? 

    • 5 children

    • 4 children

    • 3 children

    • 2 children

    Correct Answer
    A. 4 children
    Explanation
    Barry Goldwater was survived by four children. This means that after his death, he had four children who were still alive.

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  • 7. 
    What was his nickname when he was active in sports? - ProProfs

    What was his nickname when he was active in sports?

    • Swift Being

    • Swift Supreme

    • Rolling Thunder

    • Rolling Stone

    Correct Answer
    A. Rolling Thunder
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Rolling Thunder. This nickname suggests that the person was known for their speed and power in sports, as thunder is often associated with force and intensity. "Swift Being" and "Swift Supreme" also imply speed, but "Rolling Thunder" conveys a stronger sense of power and impact. "Rolling Stone" does not relate to sports and is therefore not the correct answer.

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  • 8. 
    Who preceded Goldwater as the Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee? - ProProfs

    Who preceded Goldwater as the Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee?

    • John Tower

    • Sam Nunn

    • Abel Cale

    • Birch Bayh

    Correct Answer
    A. Birch Bayh
    Explanation
    Birch Bayh preceded Goldwater as the Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee.

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  • 9. 
    In what year did he join the Sons of the American Revolution society? - ProProfs

    In what year did he join the Sons of the American Revolution society?

    • 1967

    • 1963

    • 1963

    • 1969

    Correct Answer
    A. 1963
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1963 because it is the only year mentioned in the options.

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  • 10. 
    What is the origin of his father? - ProProfs

    What is the origin of his father?

    • Germany

    • Scotland

    • India

    • Israel

    Correct Answer
    A. Israel
    Explanation
    The origin of his father is Israel.

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