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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 sends FDR to bed early in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A sudden pain in his back.
(b) An attack of indigestion.
(c) A throbbing headache.
(d) A sharp pain in his right leg.

2. Which character offers to help with the children in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Mr. Howe.
(b) Sara.
(c) Missy.
(d) Anna.

3. Why doesn't Eleanor get a private nurse to tend FDR?
(a) They are too expensive.
(b) She doesn't trust other women around FDR.
(c) None are available in the remote area.
(d) She fears FDR might fall again.

4. Who is Babs?
(a) The Roosevelts' cook.
(b) FDR's wife.
(c) FDR's personal secretary.
(d) FDR's political adviser.

5. Which child is called "the runt" in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Anna.
(b) Jimmy.
(c) Elliott.
(d) Johnny.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Eleanor?

3. Why had FDR been unable to hold a spoon?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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