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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. In Act 1, Scene 2, when does the family expect to be able to move FDR to a hospital?
(a) In two to three months.
(b) In two to three weeks.
(c) In a few days.
(d) After six weeks.

2. Whom do the children cheer for at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Eleanor.
(b) Mrs. McGowan.
(c) Marie.
(d) FDR.

3. Which character dances for FDR in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) Mr. Howe.
(b) Anna.
(c) Eleanor.
(d) Jimmy.

4. Which character offers to help with the children in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Missy.
(b) Anna.
(c) Mr. Howe.
(d) Sara.

5. Why doesn't Eleanor get a private nurse to tend FDR?
(a) She doesn't trust other women around FDR.
(b) They are too expensive.
(c) She fears FDR might fall again.
(d) None are available in the remote area.

Short Answer Questions

1. What diagnosis does the first specialist in Act 1, Scene 2, give for FDR's condition?

2. What does Eleanor do for her children at the end of Act 2, Scene 1?

3. Who is assigned the title role in the evening's play reading?

4. What does Missy read to Mr. Howe in Act 1, Scene 3?

5. What does Mr. Howe give up in order to assist FDR in Act 1, Scene 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the crowd react to FDR in Act 3, Scene 3?

2. What does the speaker in Act 3, Scene 3 yell at the delegates?

3. How does Sara anger Mr. Howe in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What purpose does FDR believe his infirmity serves?

5. Describe FDR and Mr. Howe's relationship.

6. Why does FDR refer to Jimmy as a "man of iron"?

7. What information is given to the press about FDR's condition in Act 1, Scene 3?

8. What is the purpose of Mr. Lassiter's visit?

9. What struggles does Anna have in Act 2?

10. Why do Sara and Mr. Howe argue in Act 1, Scene 2?

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