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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ch. 1, Learning to Live.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ms. Roosevelt say is more important than experience, especially in children?
(a) a good heart
(b) an open mind
(c) imagination
(d) stamina

2. According to Ms. Roosevelt, what are the most important ingredients in a child's education?
(a) curiosity, challenge, danger, and fortitude
(b) curiosity, fortitude, prudence, and cunning
(c) curiosity, interest, imagination, and a sense of adventure
(d) curiosity, strength, trust, and resilience

3. What does "You Learn By Living" ultimately provide for the reader?
(a) hope
(b) clarity
(c) answers
(d) justice

4. What do the people want to learn from Eleanor Roosevelt?
(a) The people want to learn what Eleanor Roosevelt has learned in her own lifetime.
(b) The people want to learn how to be Presidential
(c) The people want to learn how to life a bold life
(d) The people want to learn what it is like to be political and diplomatic

5. What is the title of the poem that Mrs. Cowles younger sister writes about Mrs. Cowles?
(a) Fortunate Soldier
(b) Solider of Fortune
(c) Pain and Growth
(d) Soldier of Pain

Short Answer Questions

1. What kinds of experience must people learn from?

2. Who is the author of "You Learn By Living"?

3. What journey does Eleanor Roosevelt describe as being one of great influences of her childhood?

4. What type of book is "You Learn By Living"?

5. Who was Eleanor Roosevelt?

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