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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What news bothers FDR as he reads the paper in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Germany's troop movements.
(b) The high crime rate.
(c) The high unemployment figures.
(d) The price of oil.

2. Which character wishes FDR could go to Hyde Park to rest?
(a) Missy.
(b) Dr. Lovett.
(c) Eleanor.
(d) Sara.

3. What do FDR and Jimmy do immediately before dinner in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Read a newspaper article.
(b) Arm wrestle.
(c) Race.
(d) Play cards.

4. What does FDR receive from Granny in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A present.
(b) A letter.
(c) A telegram.
(d) A phone call.

5. What does the family first believe was the cause of FDR's discomfort?
(a) A cold.
(b) A pulled muscle.
(c) The cold water.
(d) Arthritis.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character offers to help with the children in Act 1, Scene 2?

2. Why does Johnny dislike Mr. Howe?

3. Which two characters argue about FDR's future at the end of Act 1, Scene 2?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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