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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gerda think the Jewish people did not resist the Germans' takeover of their lives?
(a) Gerda does not know what to think.
(b) She thought they were stronger to fight back.
(c) They thought someone would come to their rescue.
(d) They believed the Germans had more humanity in them.

2. As planes fly over them, what is the general feeling among all the girls at the camp?
(a) That they will be shot down.
(b) Hope because their misery will be over.
(c) The Americans are coming to release them.
(d) They will soon be killed by the guards.

3. By 1943, how long has it been since the Germans invaded Poland?
(a) 13 years.
(b) 4 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 1 year.

4. What kinds of letters does Gerda get from Abek?
(a) Sad, depressing letters.
(b) Letter of remorse for his family.
(c) Romantic feelings.
(d) Letters expressing anger.

5. Why do Gerda and her friend spend so much time in the town's graveyard?
(a) They dance on the graves of Germans to defy the Nazis.
(b) It is the only outside space not taken over by the Nazis.
(c) They know they will soon be dead.
(d) They visit the graves of their dead friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. While the Germans lose ground on the Eastern Front, what privileges do the women lose?

2. What do Helene and Julius give Gerda for her birthday?

3. What rumors were prevalent while Gerda was on vacation?

4. What has recently been built just outside of Gerda's hometown?

5. Where is Helene forced to go as the chapter ends?

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