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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters from Westerbork (Pages 235 - 365).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Is Etty aware of the threat that the Germans pose?
(a) Yes, somewhat aware.
(b) No, not at all aware.
(c) Yes, mostly aware.
(d) Yes, well aware.

2. What at the camp was rampant?
(a) Fear.
(b) Faith.
(c) Sickness.
(d) Hatred.

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

4. Etty describes in some detail what?
(a) Her beliefs about the Germans.
(b) Her mindset at this time.
(c) The conditions under which she and the other imprisoned Jews live.
(d) The time she spends outside the camp.

5. It is at this time that Etty realizes that she and Spier may have no future because of what?
(a) Their religions.
(b) Their busy schedules.
(c) The war.
(d) Their interests.

Short Answer Questions

1. While on furlough, Etty is able to do what?

2. Etty remarks that some barracks can make one feel how?

3. Who was Etty's favorite author?

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

5. This greed reminds Etty of who?

(see the answer key)

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