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1.
What was de Gaulle's profession before entering politics?
2.
What relationship did he have with the French Resistance?
He was an ordinary follower who later greatly overstated his contributions
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He had nothing to do with it
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3.
For many years, de Gaulle served as a ghostwriter for and was mentored by this controversial figure.
They opposed each other as enemies when Pétain headed the Nazi-collaborating Vichy Regime.
4.
What did de Gaulle lead from 1958 on?
5.
Which colony was released into independence in 1962, after a bloody war?
6.
Which thriller novel was inspired by the various assassination attempts directed at de Gaulle?
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
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They were carried out by the OAS, a paramilitary organization that wanted Algeria to stay French.
7.
With which foreign country did he establish a lasting friendship in 1963?
8.
Which critical event took place in May 1968?
An attempted Fascist coup d'état
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They were directed against de Gaulle, who temporarily fled the country.
9.
Which French president was NOT a member of a "Gaullist" party?
10.
Who or what is said to have softened tough guy de Gaulle's heart?
His daughter, who had Down Syndrome
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The Marseillaise, which caused crying fits
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His dog, over whose death he left his office for weeks
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11.
What did France acquire under de Gaulle's presidency?
The largest gold reserve in the world
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12.
What kind of location was named in honor of Charles de Gaulle?
The French president's seat
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A city of some 100 000 people
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