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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ch. 2, Fear-the Great Enemy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kinds of experience must people learn from?
(a) marital and family experiences
(b) personal experiences
(c) all of their experiences
(d) professional experiences

2. What are the three environments in which people obtain their education?
(a) at home, at school, and with friends
(b) at home, at school, and from life
(c) at home, at school, and at play
(d) at home, on the playground, and on holiday

3. What instigated the writing of "You Learn By Living"?
(a) a response to the people's despair
(b) a response to letters
(c) a request by the President
(d) a response to criticism

4. What does the book provide for the reader in order for the reader to become successful?
(a) love
(b) encouragement
(c) advice
(d) compassion

5. What does Eleanor Roosevelt claim she does not have in regards to life and living?
(a) coping skills
(b) all the answers
(c) happiness
(d) prestige

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Ms. Roosevelt, what does meeting and overcoming an impossible situation teach people?

2. According to Ms. Roosevelt, what are the most important ingredients in a child's education?

3. What is Eleanor Roosevelt terrified of as a young woman, but is forced to treat during World War I?

4. What is overcoming one's fears considered, if looked at it positively?

5. What does Eleanor Roosevelt consider essential to keeping people feeling alive?

(see the answer key)

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