Test Your Knowledge About Barry Morris Goldwater
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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Who preceded Goldwater as the Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee?
- A.
John Tower
- B.
Sam Nunn
- C.
Abel Cale
- D.
Birch Bayh
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D. Birch BayhExplanation
Birch Bayh preceded Goldwater as the Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee.Rate this question:
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Who succeeded him as the United States Senator from Arizona?
- A.
John McCain
- B.
Henry Dale
- C.
Birch Bayh
- D.
Carl Hayden
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A. John McCainExplanation
John McCain succeeded him as the United States Senator from Arizona.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How old was Barry Goldwater when he died?
- A.
89 years old
- B.
78 years old
- C.
87 years old
- D.
93 years old
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A. 89 years oldExplanation
Barry Goldwater was 89 years old when he died.Rate this question:
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Barry Goldwater was survived by how many children?
- A.
5 children
- B.
4 children
- C.
3 children
- D.
2 children
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B. 4 childrenExplanation
Barry Goldwater was survived by four children. This means that after his death, he had four children who were still alive.Rate this question:
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How many times was he elected as US senator from Arizona?
- A.
2 times
- B.
5 times
- C.
4 times
- D.
3 times
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B. 5 timesExplanation
The correct answer is 5 times. This means that he was elected as a US senator from Arizona a total of 5 times.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the origin of his father?
- A.
Germany
- B.
Scotland
- C.
India
- D.
Israel
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D. IsraelExplanation
The origin of his father is Israel.Rate this question:
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Which of these was his alma matter?
- A.
University of Arizona
- B.
University of Virginia
- C.
University of Manchester
- D.
University of Edinburgh
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A. University of ArizonaExplanation
The correct answer is University of Arizona. This is his alma mater because it is the university where he studied and received his degree.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In what year did he marry Margaret Johnson?
- A.
1939
- B.
1936
- C.
1934
- D.
1931
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C. 1934Explanation
He married Margaret Johnson in 1934.Rate this question:
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What was his nickname when he was active in sports?
- A.
Swift Being
- B.
Swift Supreme
- C.
Rolling Thunder
- D.
Rolling Stone
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C. Rolling ThunderExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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In what year did he join the Sons of the American Revolution society?
- A.
1967
- B.
1963
- C.
1963
- D.
1969
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B. 1963Explanation
The correct answer is 1963 because it is the only year mentioned in the options.Rate this question:
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