The Boys Who Challenged Hitler Quiz

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In the Introduction, why does Phillip Hoose suggest the Churchill Club was so effective? (from Introduction - Chapter 3 )

The boys looked like they were plotting malicious acts.

The boys did not seem like they were politically interested.

The boys did not seem like they had money to form a club.

The boys in the group looked young and innocent.

How did the German soldiers think the Danish people perceived them when they moved into Odense? (from Introduction - Chapter 3 )

They believed the Danes were neutral and would go about their business as usual.

They believed the Danes hated them and would do anything to resist them.

They believed the Danes were glad to be protected by Germany.

They believed the Danes were unhappy about their inability to protect themselves from England and France.

Characterize the Churchill Club members' parents reactions to their sons' arrests. (from Chapters 8 - Chapter 11)

Most had some idea that their sons were in the group, but had not explored the matter further.

They had no idea their sons were involved with the group, and were horrified to discover what their sons had been doing.

They had no idea their sons were involved with the group, but many were proud.

Most knew their sons were in the group, and had supported the club with funds and advice.

How would you characterize the Danish authorities' response to the boys' imprisonment and trial? (from Chapter 12 - Chapter 15)

They wanted the boys to be sent to prison for as long as possible.

They tried to assure the boys would receive the most lenient sentences.

They wanted to give the boys to German authorities to preserve their relationship.

They were neutral to the boys and treated them like any other prisoner.

Which of the following weapons thefts is the Churchill Club's closest call? (from Chapter 4 - Chapter 7 )

The club steals a cannon from a heavily-guarded bridge.

Knud steals a gun from a German officer's coat in a pastry shop.

The club steals a machine gun from a German officer's vehicle.

Knud steals a rifle from a German officer's barracks.