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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 18, 1942 through October 12, 1942 (Pages 133 - 231).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Spier die?
(a) In January of 1942.
(b) In November of 1942.
(c) In September of 1942.
(d) In April of 1942.

2. HIllesum refuses to blame who for allowing the atrocities against the Jews (and all of humanity) to continue?
(a) The Jews.
(b) God.
(c) The Germans.
(d) The United States.

3. Early in her writings, Etty says that she finds Spier intriguing and she is impressed with what?
(a) His beliefs.
(b) His looks.
(c) His sensuality and power.
(d) His intelligence.

4. What becomes Etty Hillesum's main focus?
(a) Her writing.
(b) Herself.
(c) Saving the Jews.
(d) Spiritual growth.

5. Hillesum resigns herself to what fact?
(a) Her commitment to herself is also a commitment to her family.
(b) Her faith will become more useful as time goes on.
(c) Of viewing her commitment to life as somehow contributing to the lives of others.
(d) She will not live for much longer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Etty feel guilty about her life, compared to others?

2. What moment became the most important moment?

3. Etty decides to work her way through her negative feelings in hopes of what?

4. Julius Spier dies of what in September of 1942?

5. Where does Etty live?

(see the answer key)

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