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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Memories of 1942 - Pages 137-154.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1940 when British bombers bomb Hamburg, what building is hit in a residential area?
(a) Restaurant.
(b) Tenement.
(c) Church.
(d) Movie theater.

2. What sensation does Helmuth feel as he prepares to write last letters to his family?
(a) Peace.
(b) Sadness.
(c) Fear.
(d) Calmness.

3. In September 1940, what song is Helmuth singing when a group of Hitler Youth come by?
(a) Over the Rainbow.
(b) Moonlight Serenade.
(c) You Are My Sunshine.
(d) Little Brown Jug.

4. In 1942, what color is the door that leads to Helmuth's cell?
(a) Bronze.
(b) Dulled silver.
(c) Green.
(d) Blue.

5. When Gerhard comes home for a few days, how long does he think he will be home at the most?
(a) 10 days.
(b) A week or two.
(c) 6 days.
(d) Three or four weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Helmuth first starts preparing leaflets, how often does he prepare them?

2. In the Hall of Mirrors, how often are prisoners allowed to use the toilet?

3. In 1938, what does Mutti give Hugo for breakfast the morning after von Rath dies?

4. As 1940 ends, where is it rumored that camps are being built to detain Jews?

5. In 1941 after Helmuth graduates, where does he work?

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