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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. Which character believes that FDR's destiny is in politics?
(a) Edward.
(b) Mr. Howe.
(c) Eleanor.
(d) Jimmy.

2. Whom do the children cheer for at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Mrs. McGowan.
(b) FDR.
(c) Eleanor.
(d) Marie.

3. Who is Eleanor?
(a) FDR's wife.
(b) FDR's mother.
(c) FDR's secretary.
(d) The Roosevelts' maid.

4. Who told FDR, "It is only once in a generation that a people can be lifted above material things."
(a) James M. Cox.
(b) Louie Howe.
(c) Warren G. Harding.
(d) Woodrow Wilson.

5. Who is assigned the title role in the evening's play reading?
(a) Marie.
(b) Johnny.
(c) Anna.
(d) Jimmy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What language does Granny encourage the children to speak?

2. What does the family first believe was the cause of FDR's discomfort?

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

4. When is Act 1, Scene 1 set?

5. Where is Granny in Act 1, Scene 1?

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