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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ch. 4, The Difficult Art of Maturity.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does a parent's interests and array of different friends do for children?
(a) makes them feel safe
(b) broadens their sense of self
(c) challenges them to be their best
(d) broadens their horizons

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

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

5. How does Eleanor Roosevelt overcome her fear of nearly everything as a timid child?
(a) through self-efficacy
(b) through self-esteem
(c) through self-preservation
(d) through self-discipline

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Eleanor Roosevelt say has the ability to focus only on one thing at a time, and focus very well?

2. What do Eleanor Roosevelt's children think of her friends?

3. What will a mature person avoid because it is useless in terms of self-improvement?

4. According to Ms. Roosevelt, what are the most important ingredients in a child's education?

5. Who raised Eleanor Roosevelt from the age of seven?

(see the answer key)

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