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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the chairman gain the attention of the crowd?
(a) By using a megaphone.
(b) By jumping up and down.
(c) By banging a gavel and screaming.
(d) By blowing an air horn.

2. According to Al Smith, what is the first objective of a politician?
(a) To keep his head above water.
(b) To be elected.
(c) To fight for causes.
(d) To make as few waves as possible.

3. In Act 3, Scene 3, what request does the speaker make of the crowd?
(a) Pick up your mail.
(b) Please sign all necessary documents before leaving.
(c) Pay your hotel bills.
(d) Pick up your messages at the front desk.

4. What is the gluteus maximus?
(a) A play the family reads in Act 2.
(b) A Latin word for paralysis.
(c) The muscle running from the hips to the buttocks.
(d) The name of FDR's favorite poem.

5. Who kisses FDR before leaving for the stage in Act 3, Scene 2?
(a) Missy.
(b) Anna.
(c) Sara.
(d) Eleanor.

6. What do FDR and Mr. Howe disagree on in the beginning of Act 3, Scene 2?
(a) The opening of his speech.
(b) The length of his speech.
(c) His movement on the platform.
(d) The ending of the speech.

7. In Act 2, Scene 2, who attends the speech Eleanor has given?
(a) The members of the Democratic nominating committee.
(b) 300 men.
(c) Woodrow Wilson.
(d) 300 women.

8. Why doesn't FDR eat dinner with his family at the end of Act 2, Scene 2?
(a) He is upset about Anna's behavior.
(b) He is not feeling well.
(c) He just had an argument with Mr. Howe.
(d) He just had an argument with his mother.

9. Which state is also known as the "Nutmeg State"?
(a) New York.
(b) California.
(c) Montana.
(d) Connecticut.

10. How does FDR plan to stand without crutches?
(a) By leaning on the platform.
(b) By leaning back on a tall stool.
(c) By having Mr. Howe support his weight from behind.
(d) By locking his leg braces in place.

11. In Act 2, Scene 2, what does FDR claim to have learned during his illness?
(a) Endurance.
(b) Determination.
(c) Flexibility.
(d) Patience.

12. What is one of FDR's favorite poems?
(a) "Sunrise at Campobello."
(b) "Two Woods."
(c) "Gluteus Maximus."
(d) "Invictus."

13. What does Al Smith want FDR to do for him?
(a) Submit a proposal at the Republican National Convention.
(b) Write a speech for him.
(c) Publicly voice support for his bid as governor of New York.
(d) Nominate him at the upcoming national convention.

14. What does Mr. Lassiter represent?
(a) A political organization seeking FDR's financial support.
(b) The Democratic National Committee.
(c) An organization to which FDR belongs.
(d) A religious organization seeking FDR's backing.

15. Which character leaves the stage with Missy in Act 3, Scene 2?
(a) Mr. Howe.
(b) Daly.
(c) Anna.
(d) Eleanor.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the beginning of Act 2, Scene 2, who is wrestling with Elliott and Franklin Jr.?

2. What does Mr. Howe ask Missy to check in Act 3, Scene 2?

3. What concern does Eleanor have for FDR if he decides to help Al Smith?

4. In Act 2, Scene 2, what does FDR tell Mr. Howe before his departure?

5. Where is Act 3, Scene 2 set?

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