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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What family member does Truman lose in July of 1947?
2. Who did Truman choose to replace Marshall as his Secretary of State?
3. Who of Truman's long time friends was most instrumental in advising him regarding the Palestine problem?
4. How old was Truman when his second term as president began?
5. How many people did the bomb actually kill in Hiroshima?
Short Essay Questions
1. Roosevelt was unable to move without assistance, but Truman is a fast walker and a man who moves quickly and with determination. The Secret Service had to completely change their tactics to protect the President. How did this affect their procedures and organization? Do you think President Truman, based upon what you have read about him so far, was easy to work with regarding his movements around Washington DC?
2. The title of this chapter is "The Buck Stops Here." Where does this expression come from and how does it apply to Harry Truman?
3. Truman's own party did not actively support him in his bid for the election, even through fundraising. Why?
4. The title for this chapter is "The Heat in the Kitchen." The author is referring to the intense pressures Truman experienced as he was also beginning his run for the presidency. List each of these pressures, and then describe how Truman dealt with them. When this report is done, write an essay outlining Truman's approach to dealing with issues, and whether or not you think his methods were appropriate.
5. When the Trumans take an automobile trip across the nation, they are shocked at how many people recognize them and want to see them. Why?
6. Describe General MacArthur, covering the following points: 1) appearance, 2) method of speaking, 3) personality as described in the book.
7. Truman had corresponded with Churchill and Stalin, but had never met either of these leaders before Potsdam. Read through Chapter 10 again, noting Truman's observations of the two men. Pretending you are a reporter for an American newspaper, write an article describing the two men from Truman's view.
8. In the issue of a President serving more than two terms, what is your opinion regarding 1) in agreement with the limit or 2) in opposition of the limit. Give at least three points for your argument.
9. Why did Stevenson distance himself from Truman during the campaign for President? Was this wise?
10. Read the coverage of the speech Truman gave on March 12, 1947, page 547 in the book. This became known as the Truman Doctrine. Why?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Compare the presidency of Truman with that of Roosevelt, Lincoln and Jackson, with regard to challenges during term, character, decision making abilities, and family values.
Essay Topic 2
Once Truman was introduced to politics back in Independence, Missouri, he knew he had found his career. In your opinion, was Truman a good politician? Address these topics in your essay: 1) political connections, 2) political strategy, 3) political decisions
Essay Topic 3
How does the Truman Committee reinforce Truman's long-held belief that American large corporations are corrupt? Give specific examples.
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