How To Survive A Plague by David France
- 1. In 'How To Survive A Plague,' David France delivers a compelling and meticulously researched chronicle of the early years of the AIDS crisis, focusing on the passionate efforts of activists and scientists who fought for recognition, treatment, and justice during a time of immense stigma and loss. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of those deeply affected by the epidemic, including the formation of groups such as ACT UP (AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power) that took bold actions to demand governmental response and pharmaceutical accountability. France captures the emotional turmoil and the raw desperation of the communities devastated by the virus, juxtaposing personal stories with the broader political landscape of the 1980s and 1990s. The book is not only a historical account but also a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit, illustrating how collective activism and scientific innovation eventually transformed a fatal disease into a manageable condition. Through vivid storytelling, France emphasizes the importance of solidarity, compassion, and the relentless fight for life in the face of adversity, making 'How To Survive A Plague' an essential read in understanding the intersection of public health, activism, and human rights.
Which activist group features prominently in the book?
A) Suffragettes
B) ACT UP
C) Black Panthers
D) Greenpeace
- 2. Which government agency was frequently targeted by activists?
A) USPS
B) NASA
C) IRS
D) FDA
- 3. What medical treatment development was activists fighting for?
A) Antiretroviral drugs
B) Antibiotics
C) Cancer chemotherapy
D) Insulin therapy
- 4. What was the significance of the 'Silence = Death' slogan?
A) Theater performance rule
B) Library quiet policy
C) Meditation technique
D) Protest slogan about government inaction
- 5. What role did David France play in the movement?
A) Pharmaceutical executive
B) Medical doctor
C) Journalist and activist
D) Government official
- 6. What was ACT UP's approach to clinical trials?
A) Advocate for animal testing only
B) Demand patient inclusion and faster approval
C) Support placebo-only trials
D) Oppose all drug testing
- 7. Which major public health figure appears in the book?
A) Jonas Salk
B) C. Everett Koop
C) Albert Sabin
D) Anthony Fauci
- 8. What was the Treatment Action Group (TAG)?
A) Government health agency
B) Hospital association
C) ACT UP spin-off focused on research
D) Pharmaceutical lobby
- 9. What was the significance of the parallel track system?
A) Athletic competition rule
B) Railway safety program
C) Expanded drug access during trials
D) Music recording technique
- 10. Which artist collective created AIDS activist graphics?
A) Gran Fury
B) Warhol Factory
C) Marvel Comics
D) Disney Studios
- 11. What was the Seize Control of the FDA protest?
A) Medical device regulation
B) 1989 demonstration for drug access
C) Veterinary medicine approval
D) Food safety inspection
- 12. What was the international impact of ACT UP's work?
A) Had no international effect
B) Inspired global AIDS activism
C) Remained only in New York
D) Focused only on US policy
- 13. What was the significance of the AIDS quilt?
A) Memorial for victims
B) Laboratory equipment
C) Fundraising item
D) Protest banner
- 14. Which location was central to many activist activities?
A) Los Angeles
B) Chicago
C) Miami
D) New York City
- 15. How did the book show activists dealing with grief?
A) Only holding private memorials
B) Completely withdrawing from society
C) Channeling loss into political action
D) Ignoring deaths entirely
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