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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five: A Conventional Society Matron.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What did Eleanor think about Franklin?
(a) She had a soft spot for him, but no real affection.
(b) She doubted his seriousness as a person.
(c) She didn't think he was interested in her.
(d) She was afraid of him.

3. What was Eleanor Roosevelt's lifestyle like, according to Freedman?
(a) Penurious.
(b) Luxurious.
(c) Thrifty.
(d) Niggardly.

4. What did Elliot Roosevelt's drinking lead to, according to Freedman?
(a) Love affairs.
(b) Depression.
(c) Temperance meetings.
(d) Religion.

5. Where did Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt honeymoon?
(a) Niagara Falls.
(b) California.
(c) Newport.
(d) Europe.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Freedman say Eleanor Roosevelt's relationship with her mother-in-law affected her?

2. What were Eleanor Roosevelt's best subjects at Allenswood?

3. What words did Eleanor Roosevelt use to describe her looks?

4. What was Eleanor Roosevelt's relationship with Susie Parish?

5. What difficulties does Freedman say Eleanor Roosevelt was First Lady through?

(see the answer key)

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