Oh No! I'll Never Remember That! Quiz

Answer: Mark Twain

This is just one of the many humorous quotes attributed to Mark Twain. It can be found on page 210 in the "Autobiography of Mark Twain, Volume I" (2010). It was a reference to getting older. Another piece of wisdom from this wonderful mind can be found in an entry into his personal notebook from 1894 where he noted "If you tell the truth you don't have to remember anything".

It is certainly something to ponder.

Answer: Maya Angelou

This thought is from the wonderful mind of Maya Angelou. It can be found in her 1993 novel "Wouldn't Take Nothing for My Journey Now". Many of Angelou's books are semi-autobiographical. They are studies of the sociological behaviors known as prejudice or bias.

They exist in all societies and are almost always uniformly harmful. You might want to take a look at at some of your own preconceived notions.

Answer: Theodore Roosevelt

This is a quote from Theodore Roosevelt who is often recognized as one of the greatest U.S. presidents to ever serve. He was known for his intelligence, his interests in exploration, his bravery and his overt masculinity, Roosevelt was also one of the most popular men to serve in this capacity.

While you may not agree with the statement, it is a great one, in that it causes a person to stop and try to think of someone to use as an example to refute the idea.

Answer: Audrey Hepburn

These words of wisdom are attributed to Audrey Hepburn who is one of the few people who have won a Tony, Emmy, Grammy and Academy award. Known for her acting as well as her philanthropy, Hepburn was voted the third greatest female screen legend by the American Film Institute in 1999.

Hepburn was fluent in six languages and worked for UNICEF for over 30 years. Part of her wisdom undoubtedly came from surviving the Nazi occupation of Europe in World War II.

Answer: George Santayana

George Santayana wrote these woods in his work entitled "The Life of Reason". This was a set of five volumes that dealt with moral philosophy. This quote can be found on page 285 of the first volume which is called "Reason in Common Sense". Although simply stated, the truth of the statement is profound.

Answer: Benjamin Franklin

These words of wisdom are attributed to the eloquent Benjamin Franklin. His eclectic range of knowledge has led to him being one of the most quoted men in history. This quote is one that is of significance to all of those who teach(which includes most of us). Franklin's great mind contributed to his skills as a scientist, statesman, author, and political theorist.

Answer: Oscar Wilde

If you want to read some really great quotes just look up Oscar Wilde. In 1909, this quote was found in his newly released work "Intentions". Oscar Wilde was a master in the use of language and is known for his musings, novels, and poetry. Wilde led a life full of sorrow, depression, and even imprisonment.

But his observations about society and it's self-proclaimed morals show great insight into the minds of men. His quotation can be looked at as showing that life is the greatest teacher.

Answer: Elie Wiesel

While all of these people are holocaust survivors, this quote was made by Elie Wiesel who survived Auschwitz and Buchenwald concentration camps. These early experiences led him to a life of political activism, writing, and teaching. He received the Nobel Peace Price in 1986 for his works that dealt with the Holocaust and the need for the world to remember it.

There is profound wisdom in this quote given by someone who survived that which most of us could not imagine.

Answer: Richard Nixon

This quote comes from the resignation speech of Richard Nixon that was delivered on August 8th, 1974. After the Watergate Scandal Nixon became one of the most vilified Presidents of all time. No matter what your opinion of the man is, if you have time this speech is worth reading.

Answer: Margaret Mead

This quote is often called the maxim of Margaret Mead. One of Americas foremost female cultural anthropologists and writer she also did extensive study of the Samoan culture. Her work has many supporters and many detractors, but there can be no doubt as to the wisdom of this statement.