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