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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. What makes Lindbergh renounce his profession?

2. What religious affiliation do the Rothschilds have?

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

4. What is the name of the first Russian satellite launched in 1957?

5. Where is Miriam's home?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Richter's personality.

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

3. What closing words does McCullough offer the graduates?

4. How is Plowden both photographer and historian?

5. Describe Miriam Rothschild.

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

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

8. What is the scope of David Plowden's work?

9. What is the significance of Blair House in Washington, D.C.?

10. What is the subject of this chapter entitled "Extraordinary Times?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the impact of Harriet Beecher Stowe's most acclaimed work, UNCLE TOM'S CABIN. What was the impetus for the writing of the piece? What were the reactions to the book? Did the book directly or indirectly affect the Civil War?

Essay Topic 2

Charles Lindbergh lost some popularity in America when he went to Germany prior to World War II and then took an isolationist position related to war with Germany. What does it mean to take an isolationist position? Why were many Americans disheartened to learn of Lindbergh's position on the subject of war with Germany?

Essay Topic 3

As an historian, David McCullough uses the theme of the passing of time and capturing moments before they are gone. How is this theme best exemplified by the people and events covered in this book?

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