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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Shirer learn after arriving in Paris in June 1940?

2. How long did the German plan account for the total destruction of the Royal Air Force (RAF)?

3. Who arrived in Berlin on November 12, 1940?

4. What shortage did Shirer describe as being worse than ever?

5. What rumor was Shirer concerned about in mid-October 1940?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was the state of the media by September?

2. What happened to the public schools in Berlin as of February according to Part II, pgs. 289-330?

3. What did Shirer wonder about himself?

4. What did newspaper headlines in Germany on May 9 announce and what did Shirer believe according to Part II, pgs. 331-369?

5. What happened to the dismay of the Germans on November 6?

6. How much of the Parisian population had fled in Part II, pgs. 409-450 when Shirer arrived in Paris?

7. Why was the rest of Hitler's massive air assault never fully implemented?

8. Why was Shirer in Lausanne on April 23 and when did he return to Berlin?

9. What happened between March 13 and March 17?

10. Who did Shirer interview in Part II, pgs. 369-409 and what did Shirer notice?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The book began with Hitler's rise to power as Hitler secured his position. Students should examine Hitler's rise to power, discussing his influences and why people believed in him as a leader. Use the text and secondary sources to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 2

The Nazis continued to advance, with many countries putting up a short fight, surrendering or even signing pacts with Germany. Students should examine the advancement of the Nazis, analyzing the strategy of Hitler and comparing conquered territories with his inability to wipe out the Royal Air Force. Use the text and secondary sources to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 3

Hitler and the Nazis used the press correspondents to their own advantage. Students should discuss the role of a journalist in war time and examine why their role is significant, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of journalists working with a country, such as Germany. Students should use the text to support their discussion.

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