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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 18, 1942 through October 12, 1942 (Pages 133 - 231).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. It is at this time that Etty realizes that she and Spier may have no future because of what?
(a) Their busy schedules.
(b) The war.
(c) Their interests.
(d) Their religions.

2. Etty Hillesum had devoted herself to honing her craft. What was her craft?
(a) Singing.
(b) Writing.
(c) Painting.
(d) Dancing.

3. More than once, Etty Hillesum admits doing what?
(a) Feeling hatred.
(b) Ignoring her own needs in favor of meeting the needs of others.
(c) Ignoring the needs of others in favor of her own needs.
(d) Ignoring all needs and meditating.

4. As part of her therapy, Etty and Spier engage in what?
(a) A kind of dancing.
(b) A kind of arguing.
(c) A kind of wrestling.
(d) A kind of yelling.

5. Aside from being solely therapeutic, what does this exercise awaken in Etty?
(a) Sexual feelings.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Anxiety.
(d) Loving feelings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Spier's specialty is commonly known as what?

2. What is the primary reason Etty gives for deciding to change her plans with Spier, prior to his death?

3. Etty begins preparing herself for life where?

4. Etty further addresses what concept?

5. Etty feels a certain amount of ___________ toward Spier.

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