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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1932, who is the author of the adventure novel that Gerhard reads?
(a) Heinrich Böll .
(b) Hedwig Courths-Mahler .
(c) Yvan Goll .
(d) Karl May.

2. In 1933, what time does the radio state that the parade is under way to celebrate Hitler's victory?
(a) Nearly 7 p.m.
(b) Around 6:30 p.m.
(c) 5:30 p.m.
(d) 7:30 p.m.

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

4. In 1928, how old is Helmuth?
(a) 3.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

5. When does Germany annex Czechoslovakia?
(a) Fall 1939.
(b) Summer 1939.
(c) Spring 1939.
(d) Winter 1938.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is Austria reunited with Germany?

2. What is the wall like in 1942?

3. In 1933, which Mormon article of faith states that Mormons are to honor their country and their leaders?

4. In 1932, what is one of Gerhard's favorite words?

5. What shops do the Jewish families run that Helmuth knows in 1933?

Short Essay Questions

1. In 1932, where and how is Helmuth playing with toy solidiers?

2. In 1938 what do Helmuth and Rudi decide to do together?

3. In 1932, what does Helmuth's mother think about living next door to his grandparents?

4. What is the Hitler Youth group, and how do its members dress?

5. When the Reichstag burns in 1933, what decrees does Hitler make?

6. In 1933, what happens when Herr Seligmann tries to wash off the insults off his shop windows?

7. In a radio speech in 1933, what does Hitler say about communism?

8. In 1938 how does Helmuth feel when he writes an essay saying what his teacher Herr Vinke wants to hear?

9. What does Helmuth fear in 1942 and why is he relieved after breakfast arrives?

10. In 1942, what does Helmuth do when a loud bell clangs?

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