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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Micha," Belarus, Summer 1998.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Lore see in some public pictures?
(a) A burning cross.
(b) A man in a noose.
(c) Piles of starved, naked people.
(d) Swastika banners on fire.

2. How does Helmut consistently obtain food?
(a) He begs when the bakery truck comes in every day.
(b) He sweeps the train station in exchange for food.
(c) He visits the soup kitchen everyday.
(d) He takes photos in exchange for food.

3. Who are Gladigau's most common clients?
(a) Widowed men and soldiers.
(b) Whole families.
(c) Soldiers off to war or widowed women.
(d) Widows and orphaned children.

4. What do patrons at the shop give instead of money for food?
(a) Jewelry.
(b) Clothing.
(c) Any goods the man behind the counter needs.
(d) Coupons.

5. What does Helmut notice during the family beach vacation?
(a) He may be strong enough to be a soldier.
(b) His arm is strong but his body is weak.
(c) Mutti and Papi are still proud of his work.
(d) It seems as empty there as in the city.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Helmut make a home after his is destroyed?

2. What opportunity does Gladigau give Helmut?

3. What is the scene like on the train when Juri and Leisel first enter?

4. Where does Tomas go when the children leave to Oma?

5. What does Lore have to give up to get more food and shelter for a night?

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