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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. Klemperer often deplores ____________ who knowingly support the Hitler government.

2. Who writes the propagandistic articles carried by most media outlets?

3. As the Nazification of Germany continues in 1935, what is altered to the ancient German names?

4. In which war does Italy become involved toward the end of 1935?

5. What illness does Victor contract during 1935?

Short Essay Questions

1. In mid-May 1936, what change does Klemperer make in his diary?

2. Why does Klemperer learn to type in 1935?

3. In a July diary entry, what does Klemperer wonder about himself?

4. What does Klemperer note seems to be happening with the politicized and specialized language of the Third Reich during 1935?

5. As a university professor, what relationship does Klemperer notice developing between Nazi politics and ideology?

6. What happens to Nazism in Germany during 1934, according to Klemperer?

7. Upon what--and for what reason--is the lawsuit between Klemperer and his publisher based?

8. When Georg, Victor Klemperer's brother, sends him money to emigrate, Victor decides not to. Why?

9. In 1933, what kind of news fills the mainstream papers in Germany?

10. During World War I, where did Victor Klemperer serve during combat?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As the time of his release from prison drew near, Klemperer became very fearful, wondering whether he would be released as promised. Analyze and explain whether or not his fears were valid, as well as what might have happened to him if the police had decided not to release him. Support your arguments with examples from the text.

Essay Topic 2

Did the Aryans who chose to keep silent during the early days of Hitler's rise to power, rather than voice their opposition to Hitler and his views, enable and/or tacitly support him by their silence? Analyze and demonstrate why or why not, supporting your arguments with examples from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Considering the financial strain--along with the constant anxiety of being the target of state-sponsored discrimination--Klemperer was experiencing by 1936, what purpose might his diary entries about the minutiae of driving have served him? Support your explanation with examples from the text.

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