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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Since FDR cannot travel easily, what does Mr. Howe recommend he do to stay in touch with the public?
(a) Give speeches from his balcony.
(b) Give radio addresses.
(c) Hold press conferences.
(d) Write.

2. What opinion does Sara have of Mr. Howe?
(a) He is a nosy busybody.
(b) He is a vulgar little man.
(c) He is after FDR's money.
(d) He is a wonderful family friend.

3. How does FDR feel about the concept of "noblesse oblige?"
(a) He feels it is archaic and unfair.
(b) He feels that it is the way of a new America.
(c) It angers him to the point of throwing a pillow.
(d) He supports it in theory.

4. In the opening of Act 1, Scene 1, where has FDR been all day?
(a) In his office.
(b) At the country club.
(c) Hunting.
(d) Outside playing with his children.

5. In Act 2, Scene 2, who attends the speech Eleanor has given?
(a) Woodrow Wilson.
(b) 300 women.
(c) The members of the Democratic nominating committee.
(d) 300 men.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of FDR's children desperately wants to be recognized as an adult?

2. Who is Missy LeHand?

3. Whom do the children cheer for at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?

4. What plan does Mr. Howe devise to prevent reporters from seeing FDR on a stretcher?

5. Which character is described at the best progressive in the country?

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