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

2. What does Mr. Howe give up in order to assist FDR in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) A family reunion.
(b) A lucrative job in Washington, D.C.
(c) A family vacation.
(d) A chance to work in Parliament.

3. Which character comforts Jimmy about FDR's condition at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Eleanor.
(b) Missy.
(c) Sara.
(d) Louis Howe.

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

5. Who is Grace?
(a) FDR's personal secretary.
(b) Mr. Howe's personal secretary.
(c) A nurse.
(d) Mr. Howe's wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many children do the Roosevelts have?

2. Which character does Sara accuse of riding on FDR's coattails?

3. Which relative has Granny gone to see?

4. In Act 1, Scene 2, what does Mr. Howe wish that the house contained?

5. What language does Marie primarily speak in Act 1, Scene 1?

(see the answer key)

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