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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Missy read to Mr. Howe in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) The doctor's written diagnosis.
(b) The press release describing FDR's illness.
(c) The newspaper article describing FDR's illness.
(d) An excerpt from a medical journal.

2. Whom does Eleanor fire in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Edward.
(b) Missy.
(c) Mr. Howe.
(d) The maid.

3. What does FDR receive from Granny in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A letter.
(b) A phone call.
(c) A present.
(d) A telegram.

4. Which character wishes FDR could go to Hyde Park to rest?
(a) Dr. Lovett.
(b) Eleanor.
(c) Sara.
(d) Missy.

5. Why had FDR been unable to hold a spoon?
(a) His fever was too high.
(b) His arms and hands had been temporarily paralyzed.
(c) His arms were too sore.
(d) His hands had been shaking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sends FDR to bed early in Act 1, Scene 1?

2. Which character is dressed as an Indian at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 3?

3. What does FDR claim is Mr. Howe's first love?

4. Who is Eleanor?

5. When is Act 2, Scene 1 set?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do FDR and Sara argue in Act 2, Scene 2?

2. What is Jimmy's role in Scene 3 of Act 3?

3. How does FDR use his creativity and industriousness to aid in his own recovery?

4. What struggles does Anna have in Act 2?

5. How does Mr. Howe comfort Jimmy in Act 1, Scene 2?

6. How does FDR respond to the crowd in Act 3, Scene 3?

7. Why does Eleanor burst into tears while reading a story to her children?

8. How does FDR's experience with polio affect his character?

9. What purpose does FDR believe his infirmity serves?

10. What is the significance of FDR's comment about taking his dog Duffy for a long run in the woods?

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