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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters I through IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the time of the author's story, the city of Cluj was a part of what country?
(a) Romania.
(b) Hungary.
(c) Poland.
(d) Russia.

2. What was the original purpose of the building that became Olga's new home?
(a) A munitions plant.
(b) A stable.
(c) A hospital.
(d) A bakery.

3. What was the difference between the coffee that the prisoners were served and the tea that they were given?
(a) The coffee was a darker color than the tea.
(b) There was no real difference.
(c) The coffee gave off a much more foul odor.
(d) Coffee was only given to the higher-ranking prisoners.

4. Of what was Dr. Lengyel accused when he was questioned by the S.S.?
(a) Providing free medical services to Gypsies.
(b) Distributing anti-Nazi propaganda.
(c) Hiding Jewish families in his hospital.
(d) Boycotting the use of German pharmeceuticals in his clinic.

5. How long had the Polish woman, Irka, been in the camp?
(a) Fifteen months.
(b) Four years.
(c) Six years.
(d) Two years.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, why was the male German prisoner, who saved her from the S.S., treated better than other prisoners?

2. Why did the prisoners eat the soup even though it was repulsive to them?

3. Why did Olga renounce her privilege to write postcards to loved ones outside of the camp?

4. What was the ultimate purpose of Birkenau?

5. Why did the people who were still alive lie on top of one another during their last night on the train car?

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