History Kids: Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt, a trailblazer in her own right, transformed the role of First Lady by actively engaging in social and political issues. Born into a prominent family, she overcame personal challenges and developed a strong sense of independence and leadership at Allenswood Academy. Her marriage to Franklin D. Roosevelt marked the beginning of her active involvement in politics. As First Lady, she championed civil rights, women's rights, and the New Deal during the Great Depression. After Franklin's death, she continued her advocacy at the United Nations, contributing significantly to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Eleanor's legacy as a dedicated advocate for social change endures.

In which city was Eleanor Roosevelt born?

• Boston

• Philadelphia

• Albany

• New York City

What nickname did Eleanor's father give her?

• Little Nell

• Adorable Anna

• Eleanor the Explorer

• Serious Sue

Where did Eleanor Roosevelt study at the age of 15?

• London

• Madrid

• Toronto

• New York City

Which organization did Eleanor volunteer for during World War One?

• Girl Scouts of America

• Red Cross

• A and B

• Naval Hospital

What disease did Franklin Roosevelt contract, affecting his mobility?

• None of the above

• Polio

• Measles

• Rubella

In what year did Eleanor become the First Lady of the United States?

• 1933

• 1950

• 1936

• 1941

What was the name of Eleanor Roosevelt's newspaper column?

• Notes from the White House

• Dear Eleanor

• First Lady News

• My Day

Which document is considered one of Eleanor's significant accomplishments at the United Nations?

• None of the above

• The Monroe Doctrine

• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

• The United Nations Peacekeeping Doctrine

How old was Eleanor Roosevelt when she passed away?

• 60 years old

• 70 years old

• 78 years old

• 85 years old

Which President asked Eleanor to represent the U.S. at the United Nations?

• Lyndon B. Johnson

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Harry Truman

• John F. Kennedy