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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1942, who are the first agents to interrogate Helmuth?
(a) Schafer and Fischer.
(b) Werner and Mohns.
(c) Richter and Maier.
(d) Wangemann and Mussner.

2. In the radio report that Helmuth hears in March 1941, how many tons of merchant vessels were sunk by the Germans from March 16 through the 23?
(a) 367,800.
(b) 198,700.
(c) 432,400.
(d) 289,100.

3. In the Hall of Mirrors, how often are prisoners allowed to use the toilet?
(a) Every three hours.
(b) Once a day.
(c) Never.
(d) Every four hours.

4. What time of day do the Gestapo come for Helmuth and Duwer in 1942?
(a) 3:15 p.m.
(b) 1:15 p.m.
(c) 12:30 p.m.
(d) 2:30 p.m.

5. In 1940 when Gerhard leaves for mandatory Reich Labor Service, where is he stationed?
(a) Berlin.
(b) Munich.
(c) Warsaw.
(d) Paris.

6. In 1941 when Gerhard comes home what does Oma make for a meal?
(a) Potato soup, sausages, bread, and cake.
(b) Cabbage soup and bread.
(c) Borscht and bread.
(d) Beef stew, bread, and cookies.

7. When do the Gestapo come for Helmuth and Duwer?
(a) February 5.
(b) February 1.
(c) February 4.
(d) February 3.

8. During the last day of school for Helmuth in 1941, what does his teacher say is his gift?
(a) Mathematics.
(b) Science.
(c) Leadership.
(d) Interpretation.

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

10. In 1941, when do the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor?
(a) December.
(b) November.
(c) October.
(d) September.

11. How does Helmuth try to signal Karl when they are at the Hall of Mirrors?
(a) Slight smile and a wink.
(b) Nod.
(c) Grimace.
(d) Lips pressed together.

12. How does Helmuth learn that Brother Worbs has been arrested?
(a) Hugo.
(b) Rudi.
(c) At work.
(d) Gerhard.

13. When Karl listens to the shortwave with Helmuth in 1941, how many Nazis are left behind dead and wounded?
(a) 1,200.
(b) 2,500.
(c) 950.
(d) 780.

14. In 1940, what is built in Hamburg?
(a) Barracks for soldiers.
(b) Military training center.
(c) Concrete towers armed with flak guns.
(d) Tanks.

15. At the end of 1940 how do Helmuth, Rudi, and Brother Worbs spend New Year's Eve?
(a) Air-raid duty.
(b) Church service.
(c) With Helmuth's grandparents.
(d) Party.

Short Answer Questions

1. What job does Helmuth do for his church in 1940?

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

3. In September 1940 when Helmuth sings an American song and Hitler Youth hear him, what is he told could be his punishment?

4. When Helmuth is returned to Gestapo headquarters in 1942, what color do his and other prisoners wear?

5. In September 1940, what song is Helmuth singing when a group of Hitler Youth come by?

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