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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. What is the main profession of most Rothschild men?
(a) Law
(b) Finance
(c) Politics
(d) Education

2. Why is sunset Plowden's favorite time of day?
(a) Every face looks better at that time of day
(b) It is cocktail time
(c) There is a satisfaction in completing a day
(d) You can feel the earth turning

3. To what artist is Plowden's photography compared?
(a) Pablo Picasso
(b) Claude Monet
(c) Edward Hopper
(d) Wassily Kandinsky

4. What is the name of the first Russian satellite launched in 1957?
(a) Sputster
(b) Neatnik
(c) Sputnik
(d) Beatnik

5. How many hours does Miriam sleep each night?
(a) 4
(b) 6
(c) 8
(d) 10

Short Answer Questions

1. From which university does Miriam hold an honorary degree?

2. In what year is Miriam born?

3. "Long Distance Vision" covers the subject of ________________.

4. For what book is Antoine de Saint-Exupery most famous?

5. Miriam Rothschild is known for being a _____________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the purpose of McCullough's words in "Recommended Itinerary?"

2. What is the subject of "South of Kankakee?"

3. Who is the subject of "Cross the Blue Mountain" and what is this person's association with McCullough?

4. What is the history of strip mining in Kentucky?

5. Explain how Miriam is influenced by her Uncle Walter.

6. According to McCullough, what are some of Washington D.C.'s best attributes?

7. What closing words does McCullough offer the graduates?

8. In what areas is life indelibly altered during this period?

9. Describe Richter's personality.

10. Explain the reason for Charles Lindbergh's loss of popularity in the United States.

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