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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is Schmidt’s primary role in the novel’s plot? (from Day Three, Chapters 8-10)

To flesh out Hartmann’s work life.

To influence Hartmann’s convictions.

To shield Hartmann from Sauer.

To bring Hartmann closer to Hitler.

2.

Why is Legat “disconcerted” to hear Chamberlain read out Hitler’s telegram (71)? (from Day One, Chapters 4-6)

Chamberlain’s tone is reasonable, compared to Hitler’s aggression.

Legat finds himself agreeing with Hitler’s arguments.

Hitler’s rhetoric is more flowery than Chamberlain’s usual style.

Chamberlain is old and tired, compared to Hitler’s endless vigor.

3.

Why does Hartmann hesitate to burn his photograph of himself, Legat, and Leyna? (from Day Two, Chapters 1-5)

He has a rare affection for those memories.

He is a sentimental man.

He may need it later as evidence.

It is one of his most cherished possessions.

4.

Why do the faces of the British delegation cause Hartmann despair? (from Day Three, Chapters 5-7)

He has a premonition that Britain will overcome Germany.

He cannot see Legat.

None of them look strong enough to face down Hitler.

They look too old to determine the fate of the world.

5.

Although most of the plot in Day One consists of bureaucracy, the author withholds information from the reader and employs cliffhangers, foreshadowing, and secrecy to increase suspense. From which genre does Harris borrow these conventions? (from Day One, Chapters 4-6)

Thriller.

Western.

Horror.

Historical fiction.

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