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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Missy chase the children away from Eleanor at the end of Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Eleanor is crying.
(b) FDR wants to see Eleanor.
(c) She needs to speak to Eleanor in private.
(d) She knows that Eleanor is exhausted.

2. What does Al Smith want FDR to do for him?
(a) Write a speech for him.
(b) Nominate him at the upcoming national convention.
(c) Submit a proposal at the Republican National Convention.
(d) Publicly voice support for his bid as governor of New York.

3. What does Mr. Howe drink in Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Scotch.
(c) A soft drink.
(d) Bourbon.

4. What does Mr. Howe buy in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Political magazines.
(b) Newspapers.
(c) A soda.
(d) Cigarettes.

5. According to Mr. Howe in Act 2, Scene 2, whom does the Democratic Party consider to be their number one choice for governor?
(a) FDR.
(b) James M. Cox.
(c) Warren G. Harding.
(d) Woodrow Wilson.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Al Smith, what is the first objective of a politician?

2. How do the children feel about their father's condition in Act 1, Scene 2?

3. In Act 2, Scene 1, how does FDR retrieve stamps that have fallen on the floor?

4. What diagnosis does Dr. Lovett give for FDR's condition?

5. What prognosis does Dr. Lovett have about FDR's symptoms?

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