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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why had FDR been unable to hold a spoon?
(a) His fever was too high.
(b) His hands had been shaking.
(c) His arms were too sore.
(d) His arms and hands had been temporarily paralyzed.

2. In Act 1, Scene 3, which character does FDR ask to come to the hospital on Thursday morning?
(a) Jimmy.
(b) Mr. Howe.
(c) Eleanor.
(d) Missy.

3. Why does Johnny dislike Mr. Howe?
(a) He has a frightening face.
(b) He often frowns at Johnny.
(c) He always takes FDR away from the family.
(d) His coughing and incense keep Johnny awake at night.

4. Where is Dr. Lovett's practice?
(a) Washington, D.C.
(b) New York.
(c) Ontario.
(d) Boston.

5. How many sons does FDR have?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the opening of Act 1, Scene 1, where has FDR been all day?

2. Who told FDR, "It is only once in a generation that a people can be lifted above material things."

3. Which character was once assistant secretary of the Navy?

4. How many daughters does FDR have?

5. What news bothers FDR as he reads the paper in Act 1, Scene 1?

(see the answer key)

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