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) ACT UP
B) Black Panthers
C) Greenpeace
D) Suffragettes
- 2. Which government agency was frequently targeted by activists?
A) FDA
B) NASA
C) IRS
D) USPS
- 3. What medical treatment development was activists fighting for?
A) Antibiotics
B) Cancer chemotherapy
C) Antiretroviral drugs
D) Insulin therapy
- 4. What was the significance of the 'Silence = Death' slogan?
A) Meditation technique
B) Theater performance rule
C) Library quiet policy
D) Protest slogan about government inaction
- 5. What role did David France play in the movement?
A) Pharmaceutical executive
B) Government official
C) Journalist and activist
D) Medical doctor
- 6. What was ACT UP's approach to clinical trials?
A) Demand patient inclusion and faster approval
B) Advocate for animal testing only
C) Support placebo-only trials
D) Oppose all drug testing
- 7. Which major public health figure appears in the book?
A) C. Everett Koop
B) Anthony Fauci
C) Albert Sabin
D) Jonas Salk
- 8. What was the Treatment Action Group (TAG)?
A) ACT UP spin-off focused on research
B) Government health agency
C) Hospital association
D) Pharmaceutical lobby
- 9. What was the significance of the parallel track system?
A) Railway safety program
B) Athletic competition rule
C) Music recording technique
D) Expanded drug access during trials
- 10. Which artist collective created AIDS activist graphics?
A) Warhol Factory
B) Disney Studios
C) Gran Fury
D) Marvel Comics
- 11. What was the Seize Control of the FDA protest?
A) 1989 demonstration for drug access
B) Food safety inspection
C) Medical device regulation
D) Veterinary medicine approval
- 12. What was the international impact of ACT UP's work?
A) Inspired global AIDS activism
B) Had no international effect
C) Remained only in New York
D) Focused only on US policy
- 13. What was the significance of the AIDS quilt?
A) Laboratory equipment
B) Fundraising item
C) Memorial for victims
D) Protest banner
- 14. Which location was central to many activist activities?
A) Chicago
B) Los Angeles
C) New York City
D) Miami
- 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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