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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Helmut," Section 3 (Pages 22-37).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Helmut notice about the train station?
(a) There are more people departing than arriving.
(b) The number of trains is decreasing.
(c) The number of trains is increasing.
(d) The people leaving are all soldiers.

2. Who knocks on Helmut's door when the second bombing occurs?
(a) Mutti.
(b) The neighbor's mother.
(c) SS men.
(d) A 14 year old gunner.

3. How does Gladigau view Papi and his family?
(a) Gladigau respects their status.
(b) Gladigau abhors the way Papi treats his family.
(c) Gladigau tries to help them achieve prosperity.
(d) Gladigau views Papi strictly as an employee.

4. What does Helmut enjoy most about the train station?
(a) The noise.
(b) Watching the train engineers.
(c) Talking to the guard.
(d) People watching.

5. Why is Mutti "clever" for having something on the table every night?
(a) She helps Helmut's arm get stronger.
(b) Mutti is a first-class chef.
(c) Mutti is a busy woman with a full-time job.
(d) She is able to make dinner despite their poverty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Gladigau and Helmut first film with color?

2. Which of Helmut's family portraits does Papi usually prefer?

3. How does Seiffert first introduce Helmut's family as impoverished?

4. How is Helmut's family best described in the photo at the ice cream shop?

5. What opportunity does Gladigau give Helmut?

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