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

Multiple Choice 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?
(a) The garden.
(b) The kitchen.
(c) The study.
(d) The living room.

2. When was Victor born?
(a) July 13, 1882.
(b) July 13, 1881.
(c) October 9, 1881.
(d) October 9, 1882.

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

4. In February, what accident are the Klemperers witness to?
(a) A multiple-car collision.
(b) The sinking of a passenger ferry.
(c) The collapse of a construction trench.
(d) The collapse of a billboard.

5. Why is Klemperer's manuscript of The Eighteenth Century rejected?
(a) Because he is a Jew.
(b) Because it is poorly written.
(c) Lack of market interest.
(d) Because he is a Christian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Klemperer mistakenly believes the Night of the Long Knives demonstrates what?

2. Victor Klemperer, the diarist, is a ___________ who has converted to _________.

3. What is the "Night of the Long Knives" referred to as by Klemperer?

4. Both Victor and Eva appear to be _____________ much of the time in the entries written in 1936.

5. What does Klemperer risk for avoiding giving the Nazi salute during class?

(see the answer key)

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