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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 does Helene wish for Gerda to be throughout the rest of this horrible experience?
(a) She wants her daughter to be strong.
(b) To pray for her.
(c) Look for her brother.
(d) She hopes her daughter can die in peace.

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

3. Where do the Weissmanns live in the Jewish Ghetto?
(a) In a large townhouse.
(b) In a small crowded apartment with another family.
(c) In a shatty town.
(d) Over looking the river.

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

5. Where is Helene forced to go as the chapter ends?
(a) To march into the woods.
(b) To a death camp.
(c) Home to take care of her husband.
(d) To go to Russia.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where do Gerda and her family live?

3. When is Gerda's birthday?

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

5. Where do the occupants of the Ghetto fear they will be sent?

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