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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Nine: Partners.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Freedman say Eleanor changed in Franklin Roosevelt's second term?
(a) She became a more attentive listener.
(b) She began to seize power for herself.
(c) She rose to the occasion and ran his administration.
(d) She began to get in over her head.

2. What were Eleanor Roosevelt's best subjects at Allenswood?
(a) Greek and Latin.
(b) Religion and poetry.
(c) Botany and husbandry.
(d) Literature and history.

3. What does Freedman say was a contentious issue between Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt?
(a) The U.N.
(b) Employment programs for the poor.
(c) Women's rights.
(d) Civil rights.

4. What was Eleanor Roosevelt's status in Mlle. Souvestre's eyes?
(a) She had the seat of honor at dinner.
(b) She was a constant troublemaker.
(c) She was not distinguished.
(d) She was often chastised.

5. How old was Eleanor Roosevelt when she returned to the U.S.?
(a) 21.
(b) 16.
(c) 24.
(d) 18.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Freedman say Franklin Roosevelt's relationship with Eleanor changed in his second term?

2. How does Freedman characterize conversations at the White House?

3. What was Sarah Roosevelt's response when she heard about the crisis over Franklin Roosevelt's affair with Lucy Mercer?

4. What does Freedman say Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt would do separately in their personal suites?

5. Who was Eleanor Roosevelt secretly engaged to at nineteen?

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