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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of the novel, who is invading Gerda's hometown?
(a) The Nazis.
(b) Russian soldiers.
(c) French soldiers.
(d) American navy seals.

2. What do Gerda and Helene do to make money?
(a) Make buttons.
(b) Create paintings.
(c) Knit apparel.
(d) Make hats.

3. Who does Gerda convince to let her visit Abek's family?
(a) Frau Keuger.
(b) A Militz official.
(c) Mrs. Berger.
(d) A fellow prisoner.

4. What happens to many Jews after Christmas in Poland?
(a) The Germans leave.
(b) The Jew's food rations are cut in half.
(c) They are killed in the woods.
(d) The Nazi's steal their hair.

5. What time period does the book take place?
(a) From 1939-1945.
(b) From 1866 - 1890.
(c) From 1945-1965.
(d) From 1921-1939.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Gerda feel about living in the Jewish Ghetto?

2. Why does a Nazi officer threaten Gerda in their home?

3. How are the girls forced to travel to the next camp?

4. What language is Gerda learning?

5. How often are the girls allowed to take showers?

(see the answer key)

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