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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gerda's mother keep the note that warns the family of Poland's impending doom?
(a) She does not wish to upset her recovering husband.
(b) She does not want to leave her home.
(c) She does not take the threat seriously.
(d) She thinks Gerda's uncle is a liar.

2. What is Gerda particularly stunned about?
(a) The cowardice of the Polish people.
(b) She feels numb and is stunned at nothing.
(c) The quickness of the invasion.
(d) That she feels happy the Nazis have come.

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

4. What does Arthur say in his letter?
(a) He will be promoted.
(b) He wishes for Gerda to be strong.
(c) The German treat him well.
(d) He wants to marry his girlfriend.

5. What do non-Jewish Polish neighbors shout as the Germans enter the city?
(a) "We Welcome You."
(b) "Heil Hitler."
(c) "Thank you for saving us."
(d) "Go away."

Short Answer Questions

1. What news does Gerda's family receive in mid October?

2. What time period does the book take place?

3. What happens to many Jews after Christmas in Poland?

4. How long does it take for Poland to become fully occupied?

5. Where will Jewish men have to go?

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