From Grassroots to Leadership: A Quiz on Political Autobiographies
From Grassroots to Leadership: A Quiz on Political Autobiographies
Questions
Which former U.S. president wrote the autobiography "Dreams from My Father"?
- Barack Obama
- Bill Clinton
- George W. Bush
- Ronald Reagan
In her autobiography "Becoming", Michelle Obama reflects on her journey from the South Side of Chicago to the White House. What was her profession before becoming First Lady?
- Lawyer
- Social worker
- Teacher
- Doctor
Nelson Mandela's autobiography "Long Walk to Freedom" chronicles his 27 years of imprisonment during the apartheid regime in South Africa. What was the name of the prison where he was held for most of his sentence?
- Robben Island
- Pollsmoore Prison
- Victor Verster Prison
- Drakenstein Correctional Centre
In her autobiography "The Education of an Idealist", Samantha Power, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, reflects on her experiences in international diplomacy. What was her role in the Obama administration before becoming ambassador?
- National Security Advisor
- Secretary of State
- U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
- Senior Director for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights
Which former U.S. vice president wrote the autobiography "Hard Truths"?
- Al Gore
- Joe Biden
- Dick Cheney
- Dan Quayle
In his autobiography "A Promised Land", Barack Obama reflects on his first term as president. What was his signature legislative achievement during this time?
- The Affordable Care Act
- The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
- The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
- The Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act
In her autobiography "My Life", Golda Meir, the former prime minister of Israel, reflects on her journey from a humble upbringing in Ukraine to the leadership of her country. What was her role in the Israeli government before becoming prime minister?
- Minister of Foreign Affairs
- Minister of Labor
- Minister of Education
- Minister of Health
Which former U.S. president wrote the autobiography "Decision Points"?
- George W. Bush
- Bill Clinton
- Barack Obama
- Ronald Reagan
In his autobiography "The Audacity of Hope", Barack Obama reflects on his journey from community organizer to U.S. senator. What was his profession before entering politics?
- Lawyer
- Social worker
- Teacher
- Journalist
Which former U.S. president wrote the autobiography "My Life"?
- Bill Clinton
- George W. Bush
- Ronald Reagan
- Jimmy Carter
In his autobiography "A Promised Land", Barack Obama reflects on his journey from community organizer to U.S. senator. What was his signature legislative achievement during his time in the Senate?
- The Affordable Care Act
- The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
- The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
- The Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act
Which former U.S. president wrote the autobiography "The Autobiography of Theodore Roosevelt"?
- Theodore Roosevelt
- Franklin D. Roosevelt
- Woodrow Wilson
- William Howard Taft
In his autobiography "The Audacity of Hope", Barack Obama reflects on his journey from community organizer to U.S. senator. What was his role in the Illinois State Senate?
- Majority Leader
- Minority Leader
- State Senator
- Assistant Majority Leader
Which former U.S. president wrote the autobiography "My Life"?
- Bill Clinton
- George W. Bush
- Ronald Reagan
- Jimmy Carter
In his autobiography "The Audacity of Hope", Barack Obama reflects on his journey from community organizer to U.S. senator. What was his signature legislative achievement during his time in the Illinois State Senate?
- The Affordable Care Act
- The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
- The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
- The Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act