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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 is the name of Eleanor's teacher at a French school in England?
(a) Mlle. Moreau
(b) Mlle. Souvestre
(c) Mlle. Tautou
(d) Mlle. Chantel

2. Why did Eleanor Roosevelt choose to write a book?
(a) to reach out to those in need
(b) to gain popularity as a writer
(c) to reach a greater number of people with her message
(d) to gain political ground with her constituents

3. What instigated the writing of "You Learn By Living"?
(a) a response to letters
(b) a request by the President
(c) a response to criticism
(d) a response to the people's despair

4. How to people choose their beliefs?
(a) through their ability to stand up for their beliefs
(b) through the influence of their families
(c) through tenacity and persistence in finding the truth
(d) through a series of trial and error

5. How did Eleanor Roosevelt train her memory as young child?
(a) she memorized the New Testament in French
(b) she memorized the Old Testament in French
(c) she memorized the New Testament in German
(d) she memorized the Old Testament in Flemish

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Eleanor Roosevelt claim is inevitable?

2. What does the absurdity of wearing silly hats during a family meeting prevent?

3. What is the first piece of advice Eleanor Roosevelt has on how to use time wisely?

4. What are many people afraid to use in their own lives that might truly benefit them and their personal dreams?

5. According to Eleanor Roosevelt, what might retirement time be used for?

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