Throughout his life, George Wallace would shape himself into a "man of the people," shifting his political platform to conform to the majority viewpoint. But long before he entered legislative office in 1946, he took careful steps to insure his success as a politician.   Do you know these facts about the young George Wallace?   For what sport did young George Wallace show a natural aptitude? A. Football B. Wrestling C. Boxing D. Baseball   What event first aspired George to become Governor of Alabama? A. Serving as a page for the Alabama Senate B. His father's death C. His grandfather's election as probate judge D. Meeting his wife-to-be Lurleen Burns   While attending the University of Alabama, what degree did George Wallace pursue with the understanding that it was the prerequisite for public office? A. Economics B. Business C. Law D. Political Science   Where did George Wallace meet his future first wife? A. At a campaign rally B. At a church revival C. At the counter of Kresge's department store D. While playing poker with his friends   When drafted into the Army, why did George Wallace decline entry into officers training program? A. He didn't like the uniforms B. At 5'6", 120 pounds, he was too small to be an officer C. He believed that there would be far more GIs among the voters than officers if he returned to Alabama and went into politics D. He thought that Army officers were Communists   In 1952, Wallace was elected Third District Judge. What nick-name did he acquire while in this office? A. The Hanging Judge B. The Liberal Judge C. The Judge of the People D. The Fighting Little Judge

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