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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 18-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Isaacson claim Bohlen distinguished himself in the service of his first assignment?
(a) He impressed members of the Roosevelt Administration with his insights into economics and industry.
(b) He left a strong impression with his writing ability.
(c) He impressed his superiors with his diligent interest in Russia and its language.
(d) He impressed the investors of W.A. Harriman with his knack for choosing growing companies in which to invest.

2. What was Bohlen's first assignment after he completed training in his field, according to Issacson?
(a) He was posted in Prague.
(b) He was made partner with W.A. Harriman & Co.
(c) He was given a seat on the board of directors of the Union Pacific Railway.
(d) He was assigned Under Secretary of the National Recovery Administration.

3. After the atomic bombs had been detonated in Japan, what does Isaacson indicate to be the next challenge for the government in the post-war era?
(a) Finding work for all the veterans.
(b) Taking steps to control atomic weapons.
(c) Preserving Germany's industrial capacity.
(d) Restoring Europe's economy.

4. What does Isaacson report to be the entry in the Enola Gay log book by co-pilot Robert Lewis after the explosion of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima?
(a) "Target visually bombed with good results."
(b) "Is this all it's cracked up to be?"
(c) "My God. What have we done?"
(d) "This thing is over."

5. What does Isaacson record that Mao claimed to be the source of Chinese soldiers in North Korean combat units?
(a) Mao claimed that they were Russians equipped by China.
(b) Mao claimed they were Chinese volunteers who were protecting Chinese hydroelectric plants along the Yalu River.
(c) Mao claimed that they were communist sympathizers from throughout Asia seeking to ignite the international revolution.
(d) Mao claimed that China was not involved, that there were no Chinese soldiers in Korea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Isaacson record to be the first Democrat candidate for president in 1952 after President Truman announced he would not seek re-election?

2. What does Isaacson write of what became of the "Six Wise Men" after Dwight D. Eisenhower was elected president in 1952?

3. After Dwight D. Eisenhower was elected president in 1952, who does Isaacson state became Secretary of State?

4. What did Winston Churchill recommend as a solution to the challenge of growing Soviet Power?

5. What does Isaacson suggest to be the result of George Kennan's "Long Telegram"?

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