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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Micha," Home, Autumn 1997.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What condition is Oma's house in?
(a) The backyard is gone but most of the house remains.
(b) The house is literally gone and burnt down.
(c) Mostly bombed out with parts of the first floor remaining.
(d) Mostly intact with some bricks missing.

2. How does the reader know the woman who helps Lore is also in bad shape?
(a) There is no soap or extra food.
(b) The food she offers is spoiled.
(c) She lives in a shed.
(d) The blankets she lends them are worn through.

3. Why does the farmer's wife ask if Lore's mother is still around?
(a) Mutti has possibly gone with the Americans.
(b) Mutti has been captured by the Nazis.
(c) Mutti has possibly died.
(d) Mutti has gone to find Vati.

4. What is Oma's demeanor like?
(a) Haphazard.
(b) Businesslike.
(c) Constant showers of hugs and kisses.
(d) Paranoid.

5. Who is the first to indicate Helmut's disability to him?
(a) Gladigau.
(b) The sports teacher.
(c) Papi.
(d) The train station guard.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who knocks on Helmut's door when the second bombing occurs?

2. Who writes the letter to Mutti?

3. How are Helmut's winters described?

4. Who helps Helmut obtain consistent food?

5. What sign of trouble does Tomas see when Lore and her siblings attempt to get on the train?

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