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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three: Mademoiselle Souvestre.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Freedman say the Secret Service gave Eleanor Roosevelt?
(a) Top secret security clearance.
(b) A budget.
(c) Her own car.
(d) A gun.

2. How does Freedman characterize Eleanor Roosevelt's social demeanor at age 18?
(a) Aggressive and political.
(b) Pleasant and gracious.
(c) Humble and religious.
(d) Awkward and shy.

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

4. Where did Elliot Roosevelt go while his wife stayed in New York with the children?
(a) England.
(b) Canada.
(c) Wisconsin.
(d) Virginia.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What made Eleanor Roosevelt's uncle dangerous?

2. What made Eleanor Roosevelt feel out of place in the company of her mother, grandmother, and aunts?

3. What does Freedman say Eleanor Roosevelt felt as a result of her mother's attention to looks?

4. How does Freedman describe Eleanor Roosevelt's looks as a young girl?

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

(see the answer key)

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