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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Arthur refuse Gerda?
(a) They do not say goodbye.
(b) He refuses to fight.
(c) The opportunity to go to a dance.
(d) A chance to meet his girlfriend.

2. How do the Weissmanns' non-Jewish neighbors react to the occupation?
(a) Many do not know how to react.
(b) They revolt against the Nazis.
(c) They welcome the Nazis and thank them for liberation.
(d) They come to the aide of their Jewish friends.

3. What is Gerda's brother's name?
(a) Arthur.
(b) Abram.
(c) Andrew.
(d) Alan.

4. During her errands, who does Gerda get angry with?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her mother.
(c) The baker.
(d) The shoemaker.

5. Why do Gerda's brother and father hide in a closet?
(a) The whole family lives in the closet.
(b) They don't hide.
(c) They are cowards.
(d) There are rumors of Jewish men being kidnapped.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Arthur give to Gerda before he leaves?

2. Soon after the invasion, what do all townspeople have to do?

3. How long does it take for Poland to become fully occupied?

4. What are the rumors surrounding the men that leave?

5. What do Mr. Pipersberg and Gerda's father have in common?

(see the answer key)

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