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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the reason Isaacson suggests that John McCLoy's mother encouraged him to tutor children of her wealthy clients during summers away from school?
(a) It was his mother's way of assuring he would make the right social contacts.
(b) Because he would be better able to continue his advanced studies while working with younger children.
(c) So he could be networking for a good career.
(d) Because the pay was better than taking one of the part-time jobs in the city.

2. What approach did Wall Street favor regarding the future of Germany's industrial base during plans for the post-war era, according to Isaacson?
(a) Wall Street favored placing German corporations under the control of the American government to reduce the possibility of competition from vigorous foreign markets.
(b) Wall Street favored putting German companies under the control of American Corporations to expand markets around the world.
(c) Wall Street favored reviving Germany because of the business opportunities.
(d) Wall Street favored Soviet usurpation of German manufacturing equipment so American manufacturers would have a market advantage in Europe.

3. What does Isaacson cite as the difference between Kennan's and Chip Bohlen's approach to preparing for their chosen field?
(a) Kennan approached his preparations with anxiety but Bohlen enjoyed his time studying for the exams.
(b) Kennan was academic, but Bohlen was impulsive.
(c) Bohlen was very social and enjoyed drinking, but Kennan was studied in seclusion and was a tea-totaler.
(d) Kennan had analytic depth, but Bohlen had a more nimble mind.

4. Which of the "Wise Men," according to Isaacson, attended The Hill School in Philadelphia?
(a) George Kennan.
(b) Chip Bohlen.
(c) Robert Lovett.
(d) John McCloy.

5. Isaacson reports which "Wise Man" worked to implement Franklin Roosevelt's Lend Lease program?
(a) John McCloy.
(b) Dean Acheson.
(c) George Kennan.
(d) Henry Stimson.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Roosevelt and Churchill made their agreement, what became the responsibility of Averell Harriman?

2. In what town does Isaacson claim that George Kennan was born?

3. What event does Isaacson claim caused tension between the U.S., Britain, and their Soviet Allies?

4. When did Averell Harriman join the most elite club at Yale according to Isaacson?

5. Which of the "Wise Men" does Isaacson report to have served in active service during WWI?

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