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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through March 9, 1941 through April 30, 1942 (Pages 3 - 133).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Etty experiences a problem with overeating, which she attributes to what greed?
(a) To have everything.
(b) To feel full.
(c) To consume life and to know everything.
(d) To consume good food.

2. Before World War II arrived on her doorstep, Etty Hillesum's main concern was what?
(a) Her looks.
(b) Her internal life.
(c) Her family.
(d) Her external life.

3. Etty Hillesum's diary begins on what day?
(a) Sunday, March 9, 1941.
(b) Sunday, June 9, 1941.
(c) Sunday, May 9, 1941.
(d) Sunday, April 9, 1941.

4. Etty Hillesum was determined to grow ________________.
(a) Spiritually.
(b) Physically.
(c) Emotionally and spiritually.
(d) Mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

5. She begins each day full of resolve to become a better, more skilled _____________.
(a) Teacher.
(b) Dancer.
(c) Singer.
(d) Writer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Each day, Etty's writings speak of her need to gain control over ______________.

2. Much of the discomfort among those living in the house stemmed from what?

3. Etty admonishes herself to let go of what things?

4. Etty's day-to-day life centers around her work as what?

5. Etty admits certain weaknesses, mostly having to do with what?

(see the answer key)

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