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

2. What does Arthur give to Gerda before he leaves?
(a) some money.
(b) a necklace.
(c) a piece of glass.
(d) his love.

3. What do the Germans decide to take from Gerda's friend, Ilse?
(a) Her Hair.
(b) Her piano.
(c) Her puppy.
(d) Her time.

4. What is Gerda's mother's name?
(a) Heather.
(b) Hallah.
(c) Hannah.
(d) Helene.

5. What are the Polish people hopeful for?
(a) That they will be rescued by the Allies.
(b) The Germans will leave soon.
(c) They will be able to get themselves out of the country.
(d) Their lives will be spared if they barter with the Nazis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What must Jews now wear?

2. In the beginning of the novel, who is invading Gerda's hometown?

3. Why do Gerda's brother and father hide in a closet?

4. How does the family get food?

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

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