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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Arthur give to Gerda before he leaves?
(a) some money.
(b) his love.
(c) a piece of glass.
(d) a necklace.

2. How do the Weissmanns' non-Jewish neighbors react to the occupation?
(a) They revolt against the Nazis.
(b) They welcome the Nazis and thank them for liberation.
(c) Many do not know how to react.
(d) They come to the aide of their Jewish friends.

3. What are the Polish people hopeful for?
(a) That they will be rescued by the Allies.
(b) They will be able to get themselves out of the country.
(c) Their lives will be spared if they barter with the Nazis.
(d) The Germans will leave soon.

4. Where did Gerda and Helene vacation the previous summer before the invasion?
(a) Krynica.
(b) Paris.
(c) Bahamas.
(d) Cannes.

5. Why do Gerda's brother and father hide in a closet?
(a) They are cowards.
(b) There are rumors of Jewish men being kidnapped.
(c) They don't hide.
(d) The whole family lives in the closet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the sign outside of the fur factory say?

2. What happens to Mr. Pipersberg once he returns to the Weissmann home?

3. Does Gerda think of the present situation she lives in?

4. Why is Gerda's family concerned about the occupation of their town?

5. Where does Gerda lose Arthur's present?

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