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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. Which of the following does Plowden not arrive in time to photograph before its demise?

2. How many aviators die attempting to cross the Atlantic before Charles Lindbergh, Jr.?

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

4. "The Lonely War of a Good Angry Man" addresses what subject?

5. With what is Miriam the most passionate about in nature?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Plowden both photographer and historian?

2. Describe Miriam Rothschild.

3. What is the subject of "Long Distance Vision?"

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

5. What are the characteristics of Richter's writing style?

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

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

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

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

10. Who is Miriam Rothschild as described in this chapter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Theodore Roosevelt in his Dakota Badlands days. Why did he go to the region originally? What did he want to accomplish? Why did he later state that the time he spent in the Badlands was critical to his ultimate success?

Essay Topic 2

Miriam Rothschild is a quirky woman who lives an unconventional life. Do you think Miriam could indulge her idiosyncrasies because her wealth allowed it? Or would Miriam have found some outlet for her quirkiness regardless of her station in life? How much is financial status an issue in living the life that one pleases as opposed to the life one is obligated to live?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the life and career of Alexander von Humboldt. What was his background? What were his personal and professional motivations? For what is he best remembered today?

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