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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24, “The Rough Rider”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a New York State Assemblyman, what nickname did Theodore Roosevelt gain for his habit of striking down the bills of others while drafting little legislation of his own?
(a) “Cyclone Assemblyman.”
(b) “Ivy League Assemblyman.”
(c) “Wunderkind Assemblyman.”
(d) “Whippersnapper Assemblyman.”

2. How many volumes comprised The Winning of the West by Theodore Roosevelt?
(a) 4.
(b) 6.
(c) 10.
(d) 2.

3. What local tycoon and Frenchmen challenged Theodore Roosevelt’s newest land claim in the Dakotas, according to the author in Chapter 11, “The Cowboy of the Present”?
(a) Antoine Amedee Marie.
(b) Titus Sheard.
(c) Henry Cabot Lodge.
(d) James G. Blaine.

4. When the Rough Riders arrived in Tampa, Florida, to prepare for departure in the Spanish-American War, who commanded the army bound for Cuba?
(a) Thomas Hart Benton.
(b) Joe Ferris.
(c) William Rufus Shafter.
(d) Frank Hatton.

5. During what years did William McKinley serve as President of the United States?
(a) 1901-1903.
(b) 1897-1901.
(c) 1867-1873.
(d) 1888-1892.

Short Answer Questions

1. With the aid of what U.S. Army Colonel did Theodore Roosevelt assemble volunteers to form the First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment?

2. From whose brother did Theodore Roosevelt purchase the lands in the Dakota Territory that he planned to use as a cattle ranch?

3. Who won the election for the Mayor of New York in 1886?

4. On what date did Theodore Roosevelt resign from his position as Assistant Secretary of the Navy?

5. What was the name of William McKinley’s campaign manager that Theodore Roosevelt spoke with in the hopes of obtaining a position, according to the author in Chapter 21, “The Glorious Retreat”?

(see the answer key)

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