The Boys Who Challenged Hitler Quiz

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Why did the older Churchill Club collaborators escape from prison 19 times? (from Chapter 12 - Chapter 15)

They wanted to demonstrate that there were still Nazi objectors in Denmark.

They wanted to eat and drink more than the prison provided.

They wanted to make sure their families were safe after their arrests.

They wanted to escape the isolating confines of the prison.

Despite his heroic actions, which of the following best demonstrates the fact that Knud is still a child? (from Chapters 8 - Chapter 11)

He still borrows money from his parents for art supplies.

He does not know basic things about how to use weapons.

He is too nervous to talk to, let alone kiss, girls.

He fights with his brother over small squabbles.

Characterize the Aalborg the Churchill Club members return to after their release. (from Chapter 16 - Epilogue )

The city treated the Nazis much as they had before the Churchill Club went to prison.

The city was fully resisting the Nazis, perceiving any collaborator as a Danish traitor.

The city had integrated the Nazis into their community and daily activities.

The city remained neutral to the Nazis, remaining quietly hostile but failing to take action.

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

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

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, but many were proud.

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

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

The boys did not seem like they were politically interested.

The boys in the group looked young and innocent.

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

The boys looked like they were plotting malicious acts.