- 1. A Life In The Twentieth Century by Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. is a captivating autobiography that offers an intimate glimpse into the life of one of America's most esteemed historians and public intellectuals. Schlesinger, a recipient of the Pulitzer Prize, reflects on his experiences growing up in a politically engaged family and how these formative years shaped his worldviews. The book delves into his profound involvement with key historical events and figures, from the New Deal era to the tumultuous 1960s, providing readers with rich insights into American political life. Through vivid anecdotes and personal reflections, Schlesinger illuminates the complexities of a century marked by dramatic change, cultural upheaval, and the struggle for civil rights. A masterful storyteller, he intertwines his personal narrative with broader historical themes, illustrating how individual lives intersect with the larger tapestry of history. This memoir not only chronicles Schlesinger's journey as a historian but also serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the values, challenges, and ideologies that defined the twentieth century.
What is the primary genre of Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr.'s 'A Life In The Twentieth Century'?
A) Science fiction
B) Memoir
C) Biography
D) Historical fiction
- 2. In which century does the majority of Schlesinger's memoir take place?
A) Nineteenth century
B) Twentieth century
C) Eighteenth century
D) Twenty-first century
- 3. What was Arthur Schlesinger's primary profession?
A) Novelist
B) Historian
C) Physicist
D) Military general
- 4. Which U.S. president did Schlesinger serve as a special assistant?
A) Richard Nixon
B) Franklin D. Roosevelt
C) Dwight Eisenhower
D) John F. Kennedy
- 5. What prestigious award did Schlesinger win for 'The Age of Jackson'?
A) Pulitzer Prize
B) Man Booker Prize
C) National Book Award
D) Nobel Prize
- 6. Where did Schlesinger attend college?
A) Princeton University
B) Columbia University
C) Harvard University
D) Yale University
- 7. What political ideology did Schlesinger generally support?
A) Libertarianism
B) Conservatism
C) Liberalism
D) Socialism
- 8. During World War II, which organization did Schlesinger work for?
A) Department of Defense
B) Central Intelligence Agency
C) Federal Bureau of Investigation
D) Office of War Information
- 9. What was the name of Schlesinger's famous book about the Kennedy administration?
A) The Making of the President
B) Profiles in Courage
C) A Thousand Days
D) The Best and the Brightest
- 10. Which war did Schlesinger publicly oppose?
A) Vietnam War
B) Gulf War
C) World War I
D) Korean War
- 11. What was the focus of Schlesinger's 'The Imperial Presidency'?
A) Expansion of presidential power
B) Roman emperors
C) Military strategy
D) British colonial history
- 12. What historical period was the subject of Schlesinger's 'The Age of Roosevelt'?
A) The Gilded Age
B) The Revolutionary War
C) The Civil War
D) The New Deal
- 13. How does Schlesinger characterize the twentieth century in his memoir?
A) As a peaceful era
B) As technologically stagnant
C) As an age of extremes
D) As economically stable
- 14. What was Schlesinger's role in the Kennedy administration?
A) Special assistant
B) Press secretary
C) Chief of staff
D) Secretary of State
- 15. Which presidential campaign did Schlesinger actively support in 1952?
A) Adlai Stevenson
B) Dwight Eisenhower
C) Thomas Dewey
D) Harry Truman
- 16. What was Schlesinger's position on civil rights?
A) Was neutral
B) Supported them
C) Ignored them
D) Opposed them
- 17. What was Schlesinger's relationship with the Kennedy family?
A) Close advisor
B) Distant relative
C) Political opponent
D) Journalistic critic
- 18. Which political scandal did Schlesinger write about extensively?
A) Watergate
B) Teapot Dome
C) Iran-Contra
D) Whitewater
- 19. What was Schlesinger's approach to historical writing?
A) Oral history
B) Narrative history
C) Postmodern theory
D) Quantitative analysis
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