Rockefeller Family Tree

The video explores the Rockefeller family's history, starting with Johann Peter Rockefeller's arrival in the U.S. and tracing the family's rise to wealth and influence. It covers the business ventures of William Rockefeller Junior and John D Rockefeller, highlighting their impact on the oil and copper industries. The video also delves into the philanthropic efforts of John D Rockefeller Junior and the diverse paths taken by the Rockefeller siblings and descendants. The family's wealth distribution and legacy are discussed, emphasizing their lasting influence.

Who was the first Rockefeller to arrive in the United States?

• William Rockefeller Senior

• Johann Peter Rockefeller

• Frank Rockefeller

• John D. Rockefeller

What was William Rockefeller Junior's scheme involving Anaconda Copper?

• He sold it to the Rothschilds for a profit.

• He donated it to a charitable foundation.

• He used stock to inflate its value and sold it on the market.

• He merged it with Standard Oil.

What was the primary use of oil during John D. Rockefeller's early business years?

• Heating homes

• Fuel for automobiles

• Refining into kerosene for lamps

• Lubricating machinery

Which college did John D. Rockefeller help to found?

• Harvard University

• Spelman College

• Yale University

• Princeton University

Who was John D. Rockefeller Junior's famous advisor?

• William Lyon Mackenzie King

• Orson Welles

• Carl Jung

• Joseph Pulitzer

Which Rockefeller was involved in the creation of the Asia Society?

• John D. Rockefeller Junior

• John D. Rockefeller III

• David Rockefeller

• Nelson Rockefeller

What was Nelson Rockefeller's role after Nixon's resignation?

• Vice President of the United States

• Senator from West Virginia

• President of the United States

• Governor of New York

What was Lawrence Rockefeller's interest in the 1990s?

• Philanthropy

• Oil exploration

• UFOs and extraterrestrials

• Genetic engineering

Which Rockefeller descendant was a two-term governor and five-term senator?

• David Rockefeller

• JDR the 4th

• Michael Rockefeller

• Winthrop Rockefeller

What was the estimated net worth of the Rockefeller family in 2016?

• $345 billion

• $11 billion

• $100 billion

• $1 billion