- 1. Roosevelt by James MacGregor Burns is a comprehensive and insightful biography that delves into the life and legacy of Franklin D. Roosevelt, one of America's most revered presidents. Burns, a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, presents a nuanced portrayal of Roosevelt, examining not only his political acumen and leadership during the Great Depression and World War II but also his personal struggles, including his battle with polio. The book explores Roosevelt's innovative policies, such as the New Deal, which aimed to alleviate economic distress and reshape the role of government in American life. Burns meticulously analyzes Roosevelt's ability to communicate and connect with the American public, his strategic political maneuvers, and his vision for a more equitable society, while also situating Roosevelt within the broader context of early 20th-century America. Through rich narratives and in-depth research, Burns provides readers with a multifaceted understanding of Roosevelt's character, his afflictions, and his remarkable resilience, making the biography not only a significant contribution to American history but also an engaging read for anyone looking to understand the complexities of leadership in times of crisis.
Who was the author of the biography 'Roosevelt'?
A) James MacGregor Burns
B) David McCullough
C) Doris Kearns Goodwin
D) Ron Chernow
- 2. What major event is Roosevelt known for during his presidency?
A) The Great Depression
B) The Civil War
C) World War I
D) The Cold War
- 3. What program did Roosevelt introduce to help recover from the Great Depression?
A) The New Frontier
B) The Square Deal
C) The New Deal
D) The Fair Deal
- 4. What was a significant legislation passed under the New Deal?
A) Nothing else was passed
B) The Civil Rights Act
C) The Voting Rights Act
D) Social Security Act
- 5. Which disease left Roosevelt partially paralyzed?
A) Muscular dystrophy
B) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
C) Polio
D) Multiple sclerosis
- 6. What was the radio broadcast called that Roosevelt used to communicate with Americans?
A) Fireside Chats
B) Direct Address
C) Evening News
D) Crisis Talks
- 7. Which political party did Roosevelt belong to?
A) Republican Party
B) Democratic Party
C) Independent
D) Progressive Party
- 8. In what year was Franklin D. Roosevelt first elected president?
A) 1932
B) 1928
C) 1940
D) 1936
- 9. Roosevelt was elected for how many terms?
A) Five terms
B) Two terms
C) Four terms
D) Three terms
- 10. What major foreign conflict did Roosevelt lead the U.S. into?
A) The Korean War
B) The Vietnam War
C) World War I
D) World War II
- 11. What historic meeting did Roosevelt attend in 1945 with Churchill and Stalin?
A) Casablanca Conference
B) Yalta Conference
C) Potsdam Conference
D) Tehran Conference
- 12. Which amendment limited presidential terms following Roosevelt's presidency?
A) 19th Amendment
B) 22nd Amendment
C) 20th Amendment
D) 25th Amendment
- 13. Where was Franklin D. Roosevelt born?
A) Hyde Park, New York
B) Boston, Massachusetts
C) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
D) Chicago, Illinois
- 14. Who was Franklin D. Roosevelt's wife?
A) Eleanor Roosevelt
B) Bess Truman
C) Lou Henry Hoover
D) Jackie Kennedy
- 15. What famous program in history began in 1935?
A) Social Security
B) Medicare
C) Food Stamps
D) Unemployment Insurance
- 16. What was the name of Franklin D. Roosevelt's dog?
A) Toto
B) Checkers
C) Buddy
D) Fala
- 17. What was FDR's approach to the Great Depression primarily focused on?
A) Insurance, Recovery, Reinvestment
B) Relief, Recovery, Reform
C) Reduction, Adjustment, Stability
D) Aid, Growth, Regulation
- 18. What was the first fireside chat about?
A) Labor relations
B) The banking crisis
C) World War I
D) Civil rights
- 19. Who succeeded FDR after his death?
A) Richard Nixon
B) Lyndon B. Johnson
C) Dwight D. Eisenhower
D) Harry S. Truman
- 20. What was the concluding chapter of Roosevelt's life focused on?
A) The end of World War II
B) His family dynamics
C) His health and legacy
D) Political controversies
- 21. Which world leader did Roosevelt work closely with during WWII?
A) Adolf Hitler
B) Joseph Stalin
C) Charles de Gaulle
D) Winston Churchill
- 22. What major event led to the United States' entry into WWII?
A) Attack on Pearl Harbor
B) Invasion of Poland
C) Bombing of Hiroshima
D) D-Day
- 23. What year did Roosevelt first take office?
A) 1941
B) 1933
C) 1935
D) 1929
- 24. In which year did Roosevelt die?
A) 1945
B) 1943
C) 1941
D) 1947
- 25. What initiative aimed to improve relations with Latin America?
A) Monroe Doctrine
B) Marshall Plan
C) Good Neighbor Policy
D) Open Door Policy
- 26. Which program provided jobs for unemployed men?
A) Youth Conservation Corps
B) Works Progress Administration
C) Civilian Conservation Corps
D) Job Corps
- 27. What was a major criticism of Roosevelt's presidency?
A) Failure in foreign policy
B) Too much isolationism
C) Expansion of federal government power
D) Not enough support for labor
- 28. What was Roosevelt's profession before becoming president?
A) Teacher
B) Banker
C) Lawyer
D) Journalist
- 29. Which international organization was founded during Roosevelt's presidency?
A) World Trade Organization
B) League of Nations
C) NATO
D) United Nations
- 30. What economic theory influenced Roosevelt’s policies?
A) Monetarism
B) Keynesian economics
C) Supply-side economics
D) Classical economics
- 31. What was the purpose of the Civilian Conservation Corps?
A) Urban development
B) Job creation for young men
C) Military training
D) Educational reform
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