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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Although most of the plot in Day One consists of bureaucracy, the author withholds information from the reader and employs cliffhangers, foreshadowing, and secrecy to increase suspense. From which genre does Harris borrow these conventions? (from Day One, Chapters 4-6)

Thriller.

Horror.

Historical fiction.

Western.

2.

Why is Legat “disconcerted” to hear Chamberlain read out Hitler’s telegram (71)? (from Day One, Chapters 4-6)

Legat finds himself agreeing with Hitler’s arguments.

Hitler’s rhetoric is more flowery than Chamberlain’s usual style.

Chamberlain is old and tired, compared to Hitler’s endless vigor.

Chamberlain’s tone is reasonable, compared to Hitler’s aggression.

3.

What is Schmidt’s primary role in the novel’s plot? (from Day Three, Chapters 8-10)

To bring Hartmann closer to Hitler.

To influence Hartmann’s convictions.

To flesh out Hartmann’s work life.

To shield Hartmann from Sauer.

4.

Why are the balloons over the Houses of Parliament personally significant to Legat? (from Day One, Chapters 1-3)

They make him feel hopeless and defeated.

They symbolize the government’s responsibility for the people’s safety.

They remind him of his father’s departure for World War I.

They remind him that his workplace is now the origin of coming war.

5.

What do all observers find surprising about Chamberlain in Day Three, Chapter 2? (from Day Three, Chapters 1-4)

His foresight.

His popularity.

His tirelessness.

His naïveté.

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