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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Shame.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With which statement about Eichmann and Hoss would Levi agree?
(a) They had no choice in becoming Nazi officials.
(b) They should not have been punished for their actions.
(c) They suffered from memories of what they did during the war.
(d) They joined the Nazi party opportunistically.

2. What did Levi choose to do with the object he finds?
(a) Keep it for himself.
(b) Hide it again.
(c) Share with the whole squad.
(d) Share with Alberto.

3. How did Nazi commanders protect the consciousness of people they assign to do dirty work?
(a) They rewarded them with prizes.
(b) They promised that they will go to heaven.
(c) They plied them with alcohol.
(d) They provided psychological counseling.

4. Who was Hans Biebow in relation to Chaim Rumkowski?
(a) His superior officer.
(b) His bunkmate.
(c) His best friend.
(d) His trading partner.

5. Which of the following is NOT a reason survivors feel guilty?
(a) They should have tried harder to escape into the forest.
(b) They failed to resist.
(c) They failed to help others.
(d) They did not do enough to oppose the system.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Levi's Kapo disappear?

2. What did Chaim Rumkowski consider himself to be?

3. According to Levi, who is trapped by memories?

4. When Levi's squad was clearing rubble, what did he find?

5. Which subset of prisoners does Levi think make the best observers?

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