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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Does it seem likely the Weissmanns will be shipped out of Poland?
(a) No, they are all hiding.
(b) Yes. Only because they are escaping.
(c) No, the Germans want to keep the Weissmanns in Poland.
(d) Yes. It is fast apporaching.

3. What is Gerda sorry about missing?
(a) All of her friends.
(b) Her brother's presence.
(c) An experience with a boy.
(d) The life that a woman her age should have.

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

5. What is special about the last letter they receive in the chapter?
(a) It is scented with Arthur's cologne.
(b) The letter came quickly.
(c) The letter is in Arthur's handwriting.
(d) The letter is very long.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time period does the book take place?

2. What does Julius make Gerda promise?

3. What young man does Gerda meet in this chapter and why does he visit her every day?

4. What do Gerda and Helene conceal from Julius?

5. What does Arthur say in his letter?

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