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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through '1936'.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes Klemperer break off all contact with the Wieghardts?
(a) Their criticism of his political views.
(b) Their political views.
(c) Their criticism of his driving skills.
(d) They become members of the Nazi party.

2. During which war did Klemperer serve in the German armed forces?
(a) The German Revolution.
(b) World War II.
(c) Franco-Prussian War.
(d) World War I.

3. When Paul von Hindenburg dies in August 1934, which office does Hitler assume in addition to that of Chancellor?
(a) Fuehrer.
(b) President.
(c) Kaiser.
(d) Commander-in-Chief.

4. Who writes the propagandistic articles carried by most media outlets?
(a) The reporters who work for the media outlets.
(b) Nazi party officials.
(c) Hitler.
(d) Members of the former German government.

5. What does Klemperer teach at the university where he works?
(a) History and Renaissance literature.
(b) Philology and romance literature.
(c) Romance literature and political science.
(d) Philology and history.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1935, most of the construction on the new house is complete. In what area of the house does Eva spend most of her time working?

2. What about many Jews' attitude towards the Nazis amazes Klemperer?

3. In what month does Klemperer receive a planned termination notice?

4. What health condition(s) do both Klemperers appear to have?

5. Which group of people were not discharged from employment during 1933?

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