- 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) 1855
B) 1861
C) 1865
D) 1858
- 2. What was the name of Theodore Roosevelt's first wife?
A) Edith Kermit Carow
B) Martha Bulloch Roosevelt
C) Eleanor Roosevelt
D) Alice Hathaway Lee
- 3. Which political office did Roosevelt hold before becoming Vice President?
A) Secretary of the Navy
B) Senator from New York
C) Mayor of New York City
D) Governor of New York
- 4. What was the name of the ranch Roosevelt owned in the Dakota Badlands?
A) Chimney Butte Ranch
B) Little Missouri 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 Aldermen
C) Board of Police Commissioners
D) Board of Public Safety
- 6. Which war did Roosevelt famously participate in as a cavalry officer?
A) Mexican-American War
B) Spanish-American War
C) World War I
D) Philippine-American War
- 7. What was the name of Roosevelt's volunteer cavalry regiment?
A) The Wild Bunch
B) The Buffalo Soldiers
C) The Rough Riders
D) The Iron Brigade
- 8. Which political party did Roosevelt represent as President?
A) Democratic
B) Whig
C) Republican
D) Progressive
- 9. Roosevelt served as Assistant Secretary of which government department?
A) War
B) Navy
C) State
D) Interior
- 10. What was the name of Roosevelt's Long Island estate?
A) Mount Vernon
B) Hyde Park
C) Sagamore Hill
D) Monticello
- 11. Which university did Roosevelt attend?
A) Yale
B) Harvard
C) Princeton
D) Columbia
- 12. What was Roosevelt's childhood nickname due to his poor health?
A) The Colonel
B) Teedie
C) Teddy
D) TR
- 13. Roosevelt was a member of which legislative body in New York?
A) Board of Estimate
B) State Senate
C) State Assembly
D) City Council
- 14. What was the title of Roosevelt's multi-volume work on westward expansion?
A) Manifest Destiny
B) The Frontier Thesis
C) The Great Expansion
D) The Winning of the West
- 15. What was the name of Roosevelt's second wife?
A) Frances Cleveland
B) Alice Hathaway Lee
C) Edith Kermit Carow
D) Eleanor Roosevelt
- 16. Roosevelt was known for his policy regarding big business called what?
A) Square Deal
B) New Deal
C) Big Stick
D) Fair Deal
- 17. What was the name of Roosevelt's first published book?
A) The Strenuous Life
B) The Naval War of 1812
C) The Wilderness Hunter
D) Hunting Trips of a Ranchman
- 18. What was Roosevelt's famous slogan regarding foreign policy?
A) Make the world safe for democracy
B) Speak softly and carry a big stick
C) Don't tread on me
D) The business of America is business
- 19. Which battle made Roosevelt and the Rough Riders famous?
A) Battle of New Orleans
B) Battle of Gettysburg
C) Battle of Little Bighorn
D) Battle of San Juan Hill
- 20. Which president did Roosevelt serve as Vice President under?
A) Grover Cleveland
B) Chester A. Arthur
C) Benjamin Harrison
D) William McKinley
- 21. Which of these was a key component of Roosevelt's domestic policy agenda?
A) Trust-busting
B) The New Deal
C) Laissez-faire economics
D) Isolationism
- 22. What significant project was completed during Roosevelt's presidency, linking the Atlantic and Pacific?
A) The Transcontinental Railroad
B) The Suez Canal
C) The Erie Canal
D) The Panama Canal
- 23. What was the name of the progressive party Roosevelt formed for his 1912 presidential bid?
A) The Progressive Republican Party
B) The Bull Moose Party
C) The Populist Party
D) The New Nationalism Party
- 24. As a young man, what personal tragedy did Roosevelt suffer on the same day as his mother?
A) His wife died.
B) He lost an election.
C) His father died.
D) He went bankrupt.
- 25. Before his political career, what profession did Roosevelt briefly pursue in the Dakotas?
A) Rancher
B) Schoolteacher
C) Newspaper Editor
D) Lawyer
- 26. Edmund Morris's book is the first in a trilogy. What is the overall title of the trilogy?
A) The American Giant
B) The Life of a Lion
C) Theodore Roosevelt
D) The Roosevelt Saga
- 27. What chronic health issue did young Theodore Roosevelt struggle with?
A) Polio
B) Tuberculosis
C) Asthma
D) Rheumatic fever
- 28. Which president appointed Roosevelt to the U.S. Civil Service Commission?
A) Grover Cleveland
B) Benjamin Harrison
C) Chester A. Arthur
D) William McKinley
- 29. Roosevelt was a strong advocate for war against which country in 1898?
A) Spain
B) Mexico
C) Great Britain
D) Germany
- 30. Who was the powerful New York Republican boss who disliked Governor Roosevelt and wanted him 'kicked upstairs'?
A) Roscoe Conkling
B) Mark Hanna
C) Thomas Platt
D) William Tweed
- 31. To which office was Roosevelt 'kicked upstairs' to in 1900?
A) Secretary of War
B) Vice President
C) Ambassador to Britain
D) Secretary of State
- 32. At what age did Theodore Roosevelt become president?
A) 45
B) 42
C) 39
D) 50
- 33. Edmund Morris's biography of Roosevelt is the first in a how many-volume series?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Four
- 34. The book ends with Roosevelt becoming president after the death of McKinley in what year?
A) 1901
B) 1904
C) 1898
D) 1900
- 35. What position did Roosevelt hold on the U.S. Civil Service Commission?
A) Commissioner
B) Secretary
C) Inspector General
D) Chairman
- 36. Which famous naturalist influenced Roosevelt's interest in conservation?
A) John Muir
B) John James Audubon
C) Aldo Leopold
D) Henry David Thoreau
- 37. Which New York political machine did Roosevelt frequently battle?
A) The Manhattan Club
B) The Five Points Gang
C) Tammany Hall
D) The Albany Ring
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