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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. When dividing up Germany, what geographical descriptions did the Potsdam Conference use?
2. Which country was able to assemble an atomic bomb after the USA?
3. Where was the American's atom bomb tested?
4. What two projects occupied Truman for the remainder of his life?
5. What new civilian agency is set up under Truman's presidency?
Short Essay Questions
1. When the Trumans take an automobile trip across the nation, they are shocked at how many people recognize them and want to see them. Why?
2. Read the coverage of the speech Truman gave on March 12, 1947, page 547 in the book. This became known as the Truman Doctrine. Why?
3. Roosevelt was unable to move without assistance, but Truman is a fast walker and a man who moves quickly and with determination. The Secret Service had to completely change their tactics to protect the President. How did this affect their procedures and organization? Do you think President Truman, based upon what you have read about him so far, was easy to work with regarding his movements around Washington DC?
4. When Robert Oppenheimer, the director of the Manhattan Project, comes to see Truman, the President is made uncomfortable about the visit. Why?
5. In the issue of a President serving more than two terms, what is your opinion regarding 1) in agreement with the limit or 2) in opposition of the limit. Give at least three points for your argument.
6. Stalin is described as a personable, likable man; yet he ordered the murder of millions of people in his own country. Was there any indication in the activities of the Potsdam Conference that reveal this side of his character? Give examples.
7. Truman's own party did not actively support him in his bid for the election, even through fundraising. Why?
8. In the 1960 election, Acheson admonishes Truman to be careful about what he says. How much influence can an ex-president have in future elections?
9. Truman had corresponded with Churchill and Stalin, but had never met either of these leaders before Potsdam. Read through Chapter 10 again, noting Truman's observations of the two men. Pretending you are a reporter for an American newspaper, write an article describing the two men from Truman's view.
10. How did Truman react to political pressure regarding his bid for Presidency? Give specific examples.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How does the Truman Committee reinforce Truman's long-held belief that American large corporations are corrupt? Give specific examples.
Essay Topic 2
Why did Truman's streak of popularity with the American people begin to fail in this phase of his career, just before his second term of office?
Essay Topic 3
Why do you think Roosevelt made the choice of Vice President so difficult? Discuss the factors you believe led to this confusion, including Roosevelt's health, the structure of the Democratic party as it differs from today, and the tendency for Roosevelt to manipulate his team.
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