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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Memories of 1940 - Pages 81-90.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The day that Hitler was appointed chancellor, what did Helmuth's mother fix for supper?
(a) Schnitzel and sausage.
(b) Turnips, potatoes and cabbage.
(c) Fresh rye bread, sausage, and fried onions.
(d) Sausage and noodles.

2. As 1940 ends, where is it rumored that camps are being built to detain Jews?
(a) Netherlands.
(b) France.
(c) Germany.
(d) Poland.

3. What is the name of the police inspector who gives Helmuth and Rudi a case to work on?
(a) Becker.
(b) Martin.
(c) Klein.
(d) Vonn.

4. What job does Helmuth do for his church in 1940?
(a) Librarian.
(b) Janitor.
(c) Church treasurer.
(d) Church secretary.

5. What type of coat does Helmuth's mother wear in 1933?
(a) Brown wool.
(b) Cream wool.
(c) Navy wool.
(d) Black wool.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1938, what does Helmuth call a detective agency that he forms with his friends Rudi and Karl?

2. In 1942, what breakfast does Helmuth remember his mother making?

3. In 1942, what color prison smock does Helmuth wear?

4. In 1933, when does Hitler become chancellor of Germany?

5. In 1938, how old is Gerhard?

(see the answer key)

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