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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. How old is Gerda when the book begins?
(a) 19.
(b) 21.
(c) 13.
(d) 15.

2. How does Gerda console herself?
(a) She thinks about the good times.
(b) She writes a poem.
(c) She buys herself a treat.
(d) She cannot console herself at all.

3. How does Gerda's father try to help his children?
(a) He asks his daughter and son to leave with family friends.
(b) He figures out a way to secure his childrens passage to America.
(c) He gives his children weapons to protect themselves.
(d) He uses his high power job to get them tickets out of Germany.

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

5. Does Gerda think of the present situation she lives in?
(a) No, because she is not very bright.
(b) Yes she contemplates ways to kill soldiers.
(c) Yes. She thinks of ways to escape.
(d) No, her thoughts are devoid of the present.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Why does Gerda's mother keep the note that warns the family of Poland's impending doom?

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

5. Where will Jewish men have to go?

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