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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Memories of 1942 - Author's Note - Pages 154-174.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1941 when Helmuth helps Brother Worbs home, what injuries does Brother Worbs have?
(a) Broken bones that healed wrong.
(b) Head and back injuries.
(c) Broken fingers and no teeth.
(d) Broken shoulder.

2. What does Gerhard bring home with him in 1941 that he buys from the black market?
(a) Radio.
(b) Food.
(c) Sugar.
(d) Bananas.

3. Why could Duwer not be released from his sentence to serve in the German army?
(a) He had severe hearing loss.
(b) He had trouble with his feet and he limped badly.
(c) He was blind in one eye.
(d) He had severe migraines.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1932, how old is Helmuth?

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

3. Between 1940 and 1945, how many men and women faced the executioner at Plotzensee?

4. What has Helmuth learned not to do in the mornings after being interrogated by the Gestapo?

5. What does Helmuth do on New Year's Eve in 1941?

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