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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What language is Gerda learning?
(a) German.
(b) French.
(c) Algebra.
(d) English.

2. What are the rumors surrounding the men that leave?
(a) They are forced to create new families somewhere else.
(b) They are slaughtered in the woods.
(c) They are taken to concentration camps.
(d) Thay are given paid government jobs.

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

4. What young man does Gerda meet in this chapter and why does he visit her every day?
(a) John Johnson; He needs helps with homework.
(b) Arthur Jacobson; He is courting Gerda.
(c) Matthew Jacobson; He likes Gerda.
(d) Abek Feigenblatt; He is courting Gerda.

5. How does the family get food?
(a) They can only buy it on the black market.
(b) A friend brings them food every week.
(c) They go to the store.
(d) They still have rations for the government.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Gerda's family concerned about the occupation of their town?

2. What happens to Mr. Pipersberg once he returns to the Weissmann home?

3. What does Helene wish for Gerda to be throughout the rest of this horrible experience?

4. What happens to Erika's mother and little brother?

5. What do non-Jewish Polish neighbors shout as the Germans enter the city?

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