- 1. The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt, authored by Edmund Morris, is a meticulously crafted biography that chronicles the early life and ascent of one of America's most dynamic presidents. The book delves into Roosevelt's formative years, highlighting his struggles with asthma, his passionate pursuit of outdoor activities, and his relentless ambition that drove him to overcome his physical limitations. Morris artfully captures Roosevelt's multifaceted personality, from his fervent enthusiasm for nature and wildlife to his deep-seated desire for political power and reform. The narrative is enriched with vivid anecdotes and detailed character studies, portraying Roosevelt’s time as a rancher in the Badlands of North Dakota, his rise as a reform-minded politician in New York City, and his crucial role in the Spanish-American War. Morris does not shy away from exploring Roosevelt's complexities, including his progressive ideals juxtaposed with the racial and imperial attitudes of his time. The book meticulously explores how these experiences and beliefs shaped his vision for America, ultimately setting the stage for his presidency. Recognized for its engaging storytelling and thorough research, The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt stands as a seminal work that not only brings to life Roosevelt's extraordinary journey but also offers profound insights into the nature of American leadership and the spirit of the nation during a transformative era.
What year was Theodore Roosevelt born?
A) 1858
B) 1861
C) 1855
D) 1865
- 2. What was the name of Theodore Roosevelt's first wife?
A) Alice Hathaway Lee
B) Martha Bulloch Roosevelt
C) Eleanor Roosevelt
D) Edith Kermit Carow
- 3. Which political office did Roosevelt hold before becoming Vice President?
A) Governor of New York
B) Secretary of the Navy
C) Senator from New York
D) Mayor of New York City
- 4. What was the name of the ranch Roosevelt owned in the Dakota Badlands?
A) Little Missouri Ranch
B) Chimney Butte Ranch
C) Elkhorn Ranch
D) Sagamore Hill
- 5. Roosevelt served as the President of which New York City police board?
A) Civil Service Commission
B) Board of Police Commissioners
C) Board of Aldermen
D) Board of Public Safety
- 6. Which war did Roosevelt famously participate in as a cavalry officer?
A) Philippine-American War
B) Spanish-American War
C) World War I
D) Mexican-American War
- 7. What was the name of Roosevelt's volunteer cavalry regiment?
A) The Iron Brigade
B) The Wild Bunch
C) The Buffalo Soldiers
D) The Rough Riders
- 8. Which political party did Roosevelt represent as President?
A) Republican
B) Democratic
C) Whig
D) Progressive
- 9. Roosevelt served as Assistant Secretary of which government department?
A) Navy
B) State
C) War
D) Interior
- 10. What was the name of Roosevelt's Long Island estate?
A) Hyde Park
B) Sagamore Hill
C) Monticello
D) Mount Vernon
- 11. Which university did Roosevelt attend?
A) Yale
B) Princeton
C) Columbia
D) Harvard
- 12. What was Roosevelt's childhood nickname due to his poor health?
A) The Colonel
B) TR
C) Teedie
D) Teddy
- 13. Roosevelt was a member of which legislative body in New York?
A) State Senate
B) Board of Estimate
C) State Assembly
D) City Council
- 14. What was the title of Roosevelt's multi-volume work on westward expansion?
A) The Great Expansion
B) Manifest Destiny
C) The Frontier Thesis
D) The Winning of the West
- 15. What was the name of Roosevelt's second wife?
A) Eleanor Roosevelt
B) Edith Kermit Carow
C) Frances Cleveland
D) Alice Hathaway Lee
- 16. Roosevelt was known for his policy regarding big business called what?
A) Big Stick
B) New Deal
C) Square Deal
D) Fair Deal
- 17. What was the name of Roosevelt's first published book?
A) The Naval War of 1812
B) The Strenuous Life
C) The Wilderness Hunter
D) Hunting Trips of a Ranchman
- 18. What was Roosevelt's famous slogan regarding foreign policy?
A) Don't tread on me
B) Speak softly and carry a big stick
C) The business of America is business
D) Make the world safe for democracy
- 19. Which battle made Roosevelt and the Rough Riders famous?
A) Battle of Gettysburg
B) Battle of San Juan Hill
C) Battle of New Orleans
D) Battle of Little Bighorn
- 20. Which president did Roosevelt serve as Vice President under?
A) William McKinley
B) Grover Cleveland
C) Benjamin Harrison
D) Chester A. Arthur
- 21. Which of these was a key component of Roosevelt's domestic policy agenda?
A) Isolationism
B) The New Deal
C) Laissez-faire economics
D) Trust-busting
- 22. What significant project was completed during Roosevelt's presidency, linking the Atlantic and Pacific?
A) The Panama Canal
B) The Suez Canal
C) The Transcontinental Railroad
D) The Erie Canal
- 23. What was the name of the progressive party Roosevelt formed for his 1912 presidential bid?
A) The Bull Moose Party
B) The Populist Party
C) The New Nationalism Party
D) The Progressive Republican Party
- 24. As a young man, what personal tragedy did Roosevelt suffer on the same day as his mother?
A) He lost an election.
B) His wife died.
C) He went bankrupt.
D) His father died.
- 25. Before his political career, what profession did Roosevelt briefly pursue in the Dakotas?
A) Newspaper Editor
B) Lawyer
C) Schoolteacher
D) Rancher
- 26. Edmund Morris's book is the first in a trilogy. What is the overall title of the trilogy?
A) Theodore Roosevelt
B) The American Giant
C) The Life of a Lion
D) The Roosevelt Saga
- 27. What chronic health issue did young Theodore Roosevelt struggle with?
A) Asthma
B) Tuberculosis
C) Rheumatic fever
D) Polio
- 28. Which president appointed Roosevelt to the U.S. Civil Service Commission?
A) William McKinley
B) Benjamin Harrison
C) Grover Cleveland
D) Chester A. Arthur
- 29. Roosevelt was a strong advocate for war against which country in 1898?
A) Mexico
B) Great Britain
C) Germany
D) Spain
- 30. Who was the powerful New York Republican boss who disliked Governor Roosevelt and wanted him 'kicked upstairs'?
A) Roscoe Conkling
B) Thomas Platt
C) Mark Hanna
D) William Tweed
- 31. To which office was Roosevelt 'kicked upstairs' to in 1900?
A) Secretary of War
B) Secretary of State
C) Ambassador to Britain
D) Vice President
- 32. At what age did Theodore Roosevelt become president?
A) 42
B) 45
C) 50
D) 39
- 33. Edmund Morris's biography of Roosevelt is the first in a how many-volume series?
A) Two
B) Three
C) One
D) Four
- 34. The book ends with Roosevelt becoming president after the death of McKinley in what year?
A) 1900
B) 1904
C) 1901
D) 1898
- 35. What position did Roosevelt hold on the U.S. Civil Service Commission?
A) Inspector General
B) Commissioner
C) Secretary
D) Chairman
- 36. Which famous naturalist influenced Roosevelt's interest in conservation?
A) Henry David Thoreau
B) John Muir
C) John James Audubon
D) Aldo Leopold
- 37. Which New York political machine did Roosevelt frequently battle?
A) The Albany Ring
B) Tammany Hall
C) The Five Points Gang
D) The Manhattan Club
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