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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. With what disease is Franklin stricken?

2. What demeanor was Roosevelt encouraged to develop as a child?

3. What does Roosevelt do for Missy?

4. This chapter focuses on Franklin's ______________________________.

5. How old is Franklin D. Roosevelt at the beginning of the book?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened in the aftermath of Sara Roosevelt's death in September 1941?

2. What is notable about Roosevelt and Churchill's first meeting?

3. Explain "The Arcadia Conference."

4. Who were the principal companions of Franklin and Eleanor during this period?

5. Explain the rationing of goods in America during World War II.

6. How did Roosevelt help the American people understand what was going on in the war?

7. What problems did Roosevelt face on American soil at this time?

8. What is Eleanor's heritage?

9. Who was James Doolittle?

10. What was the nature of Eleanor's childhood?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the "good cop, bad cop" method of politics played by the Roosevelts. How was Eleanor's shedding light on difficult topics good for FDR even though he chose not to engage most of the time for fear of alienating big constituencies?

Essay Topic 2

Franklin Roosevelt was very popular for his fireside chats which forged a bond with him and the American people. Explain how Roosevelt was able to capitalize on the technology of the day to create these innovative programs. How has technology changed in the 60+ years since Roosevelt's presidency? What is President Obama's version of a fireside chat using current technology?

Essay Topic 3

Eleanor Roosevelt strongly opposed war of any kind. Explain the challenges Franklin Roosevelt faced when trying to "sell" war not only to the American public but also to his strong and opinionated wife. Were Eleanor's opinions on this subject entertained or rejected outright?

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