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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, pgs. 575 - 605.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did the French government sign an armistice with Germany?
(a) July 21, 1940.
(b) June 21, 1940.
(c) June 21, 1941.
(d) June 2, 1940.

2. Where was Shirer on September 12, 1938?
(a) Madrid.
(b) Prague.
(c) Berlin.
(d) Paris.

3. What did Shirer say the German newspapers announced on May 9, 1949 according to Part II, pgs.331-369?
(a) The British had plans to spread the war.
(b) The British wanted to invade Germany.
(c) The Russians were dangerous.
(d) France would be easily defeated.

4. Where was Shirer in the start of Part I pg.165-206?
(a) Berlin.
(b) Geneva.
(c) Prague.
(d) Paris.

5. What did Shirer say he did not yet have on December 3, 1940 according to Part II, pgs. 575-605?
(a) His exit papers.
(b) His farewell present.
(c) News from his family.
(d) His train ticket.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Shirer want Tess and Eileen to go following Germany's move against the Benelux countries?

2. Who offered to mediate peace talks between Germany, France and England?

3. Why did Shirer think his usefulness as a journalist in Berlin was over?

4. What strain did Shirer say began to take a toll on the German people?

5. Where did Shirer say the Poles were still fighting after the surrender of their government?

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