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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1933, how many Germans are unemployed?
(a) 2 million.
(b) 1 million.
(c) 6 million.
(d) 5 million.

2. In 1933, what is the name of the Jewish boy who leaves Helmuth's class at school?
(a) Benno Seligmann.
(b) William Zuver.
(c) Thomas Bares.
(d) Mark Kaltenbach.

3. In 1939 who promises to support Poland if Germany threatens to invade?
(a) France and Switzerland.
(b) Belgium and Holland.
(c) United States and Britain.
(d) Britain and France.

4. What does Helmuth wear in 1928?
(a) Long brown pants and black ankle boots.
(b) Short black pants and brown ankle boots.
(c) Long black pants and brown ankle boots.
(d) Short brown pants and black ankle boots.

5. In 1938, what does Mutti give Hugo for breakfast the morning after von Rath dies?
(a) Toast and sausage.
(b) Potatoes and eggs.
(c) Soft-boiled eggs and rye toast.
(d) Sausage and eggs.

6. How old is Helmuth when his mother says that she and Hugo will marry and Hugo will adopt Helmuth?
(a) 12.
(b) 11.
(c) 14.
(d) 15.

7. How old is Helmuth in 1942?
(a) 16.
(b) 19.
(c) 18.
(d) 17.

8. In 1928, how old are Helmuth's half brothers?
(a) 9 and 8.
(b) 6 and 5.
(c) 7 and 6.
(d) 8 and 7.

9. In 1938, how many of the 60 million Germans are Jews?
(a) Half a million.
(b) 1.5 million.
(c) 750,000.
(d) 3 million.

10. What day does the executioner work in 1942?
(a) Tuesdays.
(b) Fridays.
(c) Wednesdays.
(d) Thursdays.

11. In 1938 where is Hans an apprentice?
(a) Book binding factory.
(b) Furniture shop.
(c) Pharmacy.
(d) Dockyards.

12. What does Helmuth keep saying in a prayer in 1942?
(a) Help.
(b) Psalm 37.
(c) As Thou Wilt.
(d) Psalm 23.

13. In 1933, which Mormon article of faith states that Mormons are to honor their country and their leaders?
(a) 12.
(b) 9.
(c) 11.
(d) 10.

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

15. At the end of February 1933, what does Helmuth dream about?
(a) Hitler.
(b) Dog.
(c) His mother.
(d) Sparrow.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1942, what does Helmuth feel when he prays?

2. In 1942, what does Helmuth do after he hears another prisoner killed?

3. When does Helmuth graduate from primary school and begin middle school?

4. In 1933, what ages of boys belong to the Hitler Youth?

5. In 1933, what is Helmuth's favorite dessert?

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