- 1. In 'Truman,' Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough presents an in-depth and intimate biography of one of America's most unassuming yet pivotal presidents, Harry S. Truman. Through meticulous research and vivid narrative, McCullough explores Truman's humble beginnings in Missouri, his rise from a small-town farmer to the 33rd President of the United States, and the profound challenges he faced during and after World War II. The biography delves into Truman's character, illustrating his fierce integrity, strong sense of duty, and ability to make tough decisions in tumultuous times, including the use of the atomic bomb and the establishment of the Marshall Plan. McCullough paints a compelling portrait of Truman's presidency, emphasizing his commitment to democratic values and his efforts to navigate a rapidly changing post-war world. The author balances historical events with personal anecdotes, showcasing Truman's relationships with his family, friends, and political allies and enemies alike. The book is not only a captivating account of Truman's life but also a reflective examination of the moral complexities and responsibilities of leadership, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of American history in the 20th century.
Who is the author of 'Truman'?
A) Stephen Ambrose
B) Doris Kearns Goodwin
C) David McCullough
D) Jon Meacham
- 2. In which year was 'Truman' published?
A) 1995
B) 1992
C) 2000
D) 1989
- 3. What was the name of Truman's wife?
A) Pat Nixon
B) Eleanor Roosevelt
C) Bess Truman
D) Mary Todd Lincoln
- 4. Which doctrine is associated with Truman's policy to contain communism?
A) Truman Doctrine
B) Wilsonian Doctrine
C) Monroe Doctrine
D) Marshall Plan
- 5. Truman was a vice president under which president?
A) Harry S. Truman
B) Woodrow Wilson
C) Franklin D. Roosevelt
D) Dwight D. Eisenhower
- 6. What was the name of the plan to aid European recovery after WWII?
A) Brinkmanship
B) Fair Deal
C) New Deal
D) Marshall Plan
- 7. What major conflict did Truman enter the U.S. into after WWII?
A) Cold War
B) Vietnam War
C) World War I
D) Korean War
- 8. Which famous executive order did Truman sign to integrate the military?
A) Executive Order 10450
B) Executive Order 9066
C) Executive Order 9981
D) Executive Order 8802
- 9. What was Truman's approach called that aimed at domestic reform?
A) New Frontier
B) Fair Deal
C) Square Deal
D) Great Society
- 10. In what year did Truman become President?
A) 1939
B) 1945
C) 1950
D) 1944
- 11. Which city served as Truman's home community?
A) Springfield
B) St. Louis
C) Independence
D) Kansas City
- 12. What was a major foreign policy challenge during Truman's presidency?
A) Suez Crisis
B) Cuban Missile Crisis
C) Berlin Blockade
D) Vietnam War
- 13. What was the primary focus of the Truman Doctrine?
A) Containment of communism
B) Promotion of democracy
C) Economic recovery
D) Military expansion
- 14. What significant act did Truman veto that aimed to limit labor unions?
A) Wagner Act
B) Taft-Hartley Act
C) Landrum-Griffin Act
D) Fair Labor Standards Act
- 15. Which policy did Truman adopt regarding the Soviet Union?
A) Containment policy
B) Neutrality policy
C) Isolationist policy
D) Aggressive military intervention
- 16. After leaving office, where did Truman retire?
A) Washington, D.C.
B) Independence, Missouri
C) New York City
D) Miami, Florida
- 17. In what year did Truman leave office?
A) 1955
B) 1949
C) 1950
D) 1953
- 18. How many times was Truman elected to the presidency?
A) Four times
B) Three times
C) Once
D) Twice
- 19. What was the main focus of the Marshall Plan?
A) Space exploration
B) Military expansion
C) European economic recovery
D) Civil rights
- 20. Which political party did Truman belong to?
A) Republican Party
B) Democratic Party
C) Independent
D) Green Party
- 21. Which of the following did Truman help to create in 1945?
A) League of Nations
B) Warsaw Pact
C) NATO
D) United Nations
- 22. Which university did Truman attend?
A) University of Missouri
B) Yale University
C) Harvard University
D) He did not attend college.
- 23. What was the name of Truman's Vice President?
A) Lyndon B. Johnson
B) Henry A. Wallace
C) Alben W. Barkley
D) Richard Nixon
- 24. What did Truman do after leaving the presidency?
A) He ran for another office.
B) He became a corporate executive.
C) He retired completely from public affairs.
D) He returned to public life and wrote memoirs.
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