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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two: Poor Little Rich Girl.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Freedman describe Eleanor Roosevelt's mother's looks?
(a) She was plain.
(b) She was indistinct.
(c) She was a beauty.
(d) She was a horror.

2. Why was Eleanor Roosevelt given this nickname?
(a) Her selflessness.
(b) Her thoughtful expression.
(c) Her old-fashioned ways.
(d) Her cute face.

3. What title was Eleanor Roosevelt unofficially given, according to Freedman?
(a) Lady Ambassador.
(b) Secretary of Interior.
(c) Lady President.
(d) First Lady of the World.

4. What does Freedman say Eleanor Roosevelt did to the position of First Lady?
(a) Took it to new heights.
(b) Turned it into a more diplomatic position.
(c) Debased the office.
(d) Won more power for it.

5. What difficulties does Freedman say Eleanor Roosevelt was First Lady through?
(a) The Great War.
(b) The Depression.
(c) Reconstruction.
(d) The Civil War.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Freedman say Eleanor Roosevelt enjoyed happy times?

2. What did Anna Roosevelt die of?

3. What was Elliot Roosevelt's reputation, according to Freedman?

4. How does Freedman characterize Eleanor Roosevelt's presence?

5. What is NOT an innovation Freedman credits Eleanor Roosevelt with?

(see the answer key)

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