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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Helmut," Section 5 (Pages 44-47).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Helmut's family best described in the photo at the ice cream shop?
(a) Distant.
(b) Loving.
(c) Resentful.
(d) Happy.

2. How does Seiffert first introduce Helmut's family as impoverished?
(a) The family cannot pay for a real doctor.
(b) The description of "drawer-for-a-cot."
(c) Their meals are very meager.
(d) They are all underweight and pale.

3. What images of veterans are described in Section 4?
(a) There is a parade for their return.
(b) They are disabled and homeless.
(c) They walk proudly.
(d) Families give them warm welcomings.

4. What happens to Helm's notebook at the train station?
(a) It gets lost in the wind and ruined by a passing train.
(b) It gets wet and ruined in the rain.
(c) It is confiscated by a soldier.
(d) The train station guard tells him to put it away.

5. How does Helmut react to his photos of the gypsies?
(a) He is angry at the results.
(b) He is angry that he took the pictures instead of trying to stop the SS.
(c) He is surprised at the good action shots.
(d) He is excited about the bright colors of the gypsy clothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is constantly on Helmut's mind that reminds him that he is a disappointment?

2. What motivates Helmut to exercise his arm?

3. How is Papi best described?

4. What do families feel towards Helmut before the bombing?

5. What does the confrontation at the train station indicate about the Third Reich's concerns?

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