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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. What does the confrontation at the train station indicate about the Third Reich's concerns?
(a) The Third Reich are adamant about having an organized train station schedule.
(b) The soldiers are concerned about the well-being of the everyday man.
(c) The Third Reich are suspicious of photo documentation.
(d) The soldiers are unsure of the population's loyalty to the Third Reich.

2. Which of Helmut's family portraits does Papi usually prefer?
(a) Ones that include Helmut in uniform.
(b) Ones that hide Helmut's birth defect.
(c) Ones that include Helmut smiling.
(d) Ones that show the entire family smiling and proud.

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

4. What is Helmut's ritual when bombs fall in closely?
(a) Cover his ears, close his eyes, and pray in the dark.
(b) Scream at the noise.
(c) Look blankly outside the window for the lights.
(d) Take cover in the dark room.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gladigau's neighborhood look like when Helmut finds it?

2. What is the reaction of the refugees when they first meet Helmut?

3. What fault does Helmut notice about cameras when shooting around Berlin?

4. What "fault" is Helmut born with?

5. What does Helmut notice about the train station?

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