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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. Who arranges for Lucy Mercer to visit Roosevelt every time Eleanor traveled?

2. By the end of 1942, how many Jews were estimated to have been killed by the Germans?

3. Whose arrest added to the encouraging war news from abroad?

4. Where does Eleanor travel to visit with U.S. soldiers?

5. To whom did Lucy Mercer send a sympathy letter after Franklin's death?

Short Essay Questions

1. What were the circumstances surrounding Franklin's death?

2. Explain the role of antisemitism in Americans turning away shiploads of European refugees in 1942?

3. Explain the Smith-Connally Act.

4. Explain the role that Anna Roosevelt plays in her parents' lives at the beginning of 1944.

5. What was the nature of Eleanor's identity crisis after the election of 1944?

6. What was the state of Franklin's health in 1944?

7. Explain the war effort in Russian and Stalin's ultimate goal.

8. What is the state of Roosevelt's health during the 1944 campaign and to what extent did the American people know about his health?

9. How did Eleanor come to terms with her husband's infidelities over the years?

10. What is the state of the Roosevelts' marriage by the end of 1944?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

German technology is known worldwide for its excellence. Explain how the Germans far exceeded America or any of its allies in weaponry and arms. What does this arms technology say about the core philosophies of a country?

Essay Topic 2

Despite their marriage problems and some political disagreements, Eleanor was a huge attribute to Franklin's career. Name some ways that Eleanor helped Franklin in his campaigns and during his presidency.

Essay Topic 3

Franklin Roosevelt is remembered as one of America's most beloved presidents. In your opinion, why is Roosevelt remembered so fondly? Explain. Conversely, what were some of his weaknesses as President?

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