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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Seven, The Coming of War, 1933-1940.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In a speech in June 1941, Churchill said, "The British are the only people who like to be told....
(a) ....that all is well."
(b) ...that they will win."
(c) ....how bad things are."
(d) ...whom their enemies are."

2. What political cause did Churchill adopt at age 58?
(a) Pro-socialism.
(b) Opposition to appeasement.
(c) Women's Rights.
(d) Racial equality.

3. As a youth Churchill enjoyed:
(a) Musical recitals.
(b) Shadowing his father.
(c) Athletic pursuits.
(d) English composition.

4. Which child later became Churchill's official biographer?
(a) Sara.
(b) Mary.
(c) Randolph.
(d) Winston Jr.

5. How did Churchill feel about his failure to command attention while speaking?
(a) Resolved to improve.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Hurt and humiliated.
(d) Very angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the first war Churchill was involved in as a soldier?

2. What act made Churchill one of the best known young men in Britain?

3. British regiments would not look at what group as fighting equals?

4. What disease took the life of Churchill's father?

5. Who were Churchill's "false friends" as Clementine called them?

(see the answer key)

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