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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 18, 1942 through October 12, 1942 (Pages 133 - 231).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Even before reaching Westerbork, Etty Hillesum's ___________ emerges as something independent and infinitely more powerful than her physical self.
(a) Psyche.
(b) Soul.
(c) Mind.
(d) Heart.

2. Etty declares, "Death is _________________."
(a) Inevitable.
(b) A scary concept.
(c) A gentle slipping away.
(d) Soon to come.

3. Etty reminds herself to channel her urges into what?
(a) Saving her own life.
(b) Protecting her family.
(c) Some more far-reaching acts in service to the community of mankind.
(d) Her teaching.

4. What is the primary reason Etty gives for deciding to change her plans with Spier, prior to his death?
(a) The differences in their ages.
(b) The war.
(c) The differences in their beliefs.
(d) The fact he is engaged.

5. Etty engages herself in a discussion of the ________ as the predominant force in an individual's life.
(a) Soul.
(b) Body.
(c) Mind.
(d) Heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Spier's death, Etty's level of empathy does what?

2. Etty writes, "Ultimately, what matters most is to __________________."

3. What else does Etty come to love?

4. Why might the Jews of Deventer not be allowed to own certain types of property?

5. Etty admits that she is more the kind of person who wears her heart where?

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