- 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) Memoir
B) Historical fiction
C) Biography
D) Science fiction
- 2. In which century does the majority of Schlesinger's memoir take place?
A) Twentieth century
B) Eighteenth century
C) Nineteenth century
D) Twenty-first century
- 3. What was Arthur Schlesinger's primary profession?
A) Historian
B) Physicist
C) Military general
D) Novelist
- 4. Which U.S. president did Schlesinger serve as a special assistant?
A) John F. Kennedy
B) Richard Nixon
C) Dwight Eisenhower
D) Franklin D. Roosevelt
- 5. What prestigious award did Schlesinger win for 'The Age of Jackson'?
A) Man Booker Prize
B) Pulitzer Prize
C) National Book Award
D) Nobel Prize
- 6. Where did Schlesinger attend college?
A) Harvard University
B) Yale University
C) Columbia University
D) Princeton University
- 7. What political ideology did Schlesinger generally support?
A) Libertarianism
B) Liberalism
C) Socialism
D) Conservatism
- 8. During World War II, which organization did Schlesinger work for?
A) Department of Defense
B) Office of War Information
C) Central Intelligence Agency
D) Federal Bureau of Investigation
- 9. What was the name of Schlesinger's famous book about the Kennedy administration?
A) The Best and the Brightest
B) The Making of the President
C) Profiles in Courage
D) A Thousand Days
- 10. Which war did Schlesinger publicly oppose?
A) Korean War
B) Gulf War
C) World War I
D) Vietnam War
- 11. What was the focus of Schlesinger's 'The Imperial Presidency'?
A) Military strategy
B) British colonial history
C) Expansion of presidential power
D) Roman emperors
- 12. What historical period was the subject of Schlesinger's 'The Age of Roosevelt'?
A) The Gilded Age
B) The New Deal
C) The Civil War
D) The Revolutionary War
- 13. How does Schlesinger characterize the twentieth century in his memoir?
A) As a peaceful era
B) As economically stable
C) As technologically stagnant
D) As an age of extremes
- 14. What was Schlesinger's role in the Kennedy administration?
A) Secretary of State
B) Press secretary
C) Chief of staff
D) Special assistant
- 15. Which presidential campaign did Schlesinger actively support in 1952?
A) Thomas Dewey
B) Dwight Eisenhower
C) Adlai Stevenson
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) Political opponent
B) Journalistic critic
C) Distant relative
D) Close advisor
- 18. Which political scandal did Schlesinger write about extensively?
A) Teapot Dome
B) Whitewater
C) Iran-Contra
D) Watergate
- 19. What was Schlesinger's approach to historical writing?
A) Narrative history
B) Postmodern theory
C) Quantitative analysis
D) Oral history
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