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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. In November 1939, an unsuccessful attempt is made to assassinate:

2. By 1940, war _________ commonplace.

3. In addition to continuing dental problems, what health problem does Eva suffer from during 1937?

4. One of Victor's entries makes note of the establishment of which automaker's factory?

5. When the Klemperers take their second eight-day automobile vacation later in 1937 where do they go?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the Nazi regime imposes a 'billion-Mark' fine on Jewish citizens in 1938?

2. In October 1938, Klemperer falls ill and makes a trip to Berlin. Why does he make this trip, and why is it dangerous?

3. As 1940 progresses, which continent becomes entirely involved in World War II?

4. In 1937, what is the conclusion that Klemperer draws about Hitler and the resilience of the Nazis?

5. In 1937, Klemperer, as always, worried about money. Despite his worry, what does he realize?

6. As 1938 progresses, what form of resistance against the Nazis is occasionally reported?

7. For what kinds of property issues do the Klemperers find themselves harassed by the city during 1937?

8. What November 1938 event forced even those Jews who were most resolutely in denial (among them Klemperer) to finally come to terms with the genocidal hatred of Hitler?

9. When the Nazis renovate or make improvements the property they seized from Victor Klemperer, to whom do they send the bill?

10. In 1939, what does Klemperer say the purpose of his diary is?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Eva's reported physical activity level with Klemperer's portrayal of her as a near-invalid, and then analyze what might have been the reasons for this discrepancy. Back up 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

In a July 1936 diary entry, Klemperer wonders, "What was I, what am I?" (p. 175). Supporting your arguments from the text, analyze Klemperer's statement and then answer it for him.

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