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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ch. 9, Facing Responsibility.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Laura say to her nieces and nephews regarding their use of time?
(a) it is their responsibility to make the best use of their time
(b) it is their responsibility to use time to their advantage
(c) it is their responsibility to be eager to share time with others
(d) it is their responsibility to be on time for appointments

2. What does Eleanor Roosevelt consider is a great danger?
(a) the loss of innocence
(b) the loss of a parent
(c) the loss of self-respect
(d) the loss of individuality

3. According to Eleanor Roosevelt, what might retirement time be used for?
(a) a time to unwind and finally relax
(b) a time to travel and learn
(c) a time to develop oneself yet again
(d) a time to develop new professional skills

4. According to Eleanor Roosevelt, what is the best way people learn?
(a) through watching others fail
(b) through their own mistakes
(c) by mentorship
(d) by rigorous challenges

5. What does the absurdity of wearing silly hats during a family meeting prevent?
(a) laughter
(b) arguments
(c) honesty
(d) seriousness

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Eleanor Roosevelt, what should people's ambitions be about?

2. What quality does a mature person have that specifically sets them apart from the others?

3. According to Eleanor Roosevelt, what is self-knowledge mainly about?

4. What does a parent's interests and array of different friends do for children?

5. What is the question that children most ask?

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