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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Is Etty aware of the threat that the Germans pose?
(a) Yes, well aware.
(b) Yes, mostly aware.
(c) Yes, somewhat aware.
(d) No, not at all aware.

2. Etty no longer concerns herself with the need to appear how?
(a) Attractive.
(b) Happy.
(c) Non-Jewish.
(d) Strong on the outside.

3. Etty writes, "Ultimately, what matters most is to __________________."
(a) Bear the pain to cope with (what is going on around her).
(b) Be content with what you have.
(c) Have faith in life.
(d) Pray for salvation.

4. Etty is hyper-alert, hyper-conscious of what?
(a) Her actions.
(b) What is taking place all around her.
(c) The actions of the other Jews.
(d) What is taking place in her heart.

5. Does Etty feel it is necessary to purge her personality of everything possible which does not support her new way of being in the world?
(a) No.
(b) Yes, but only at first.
(c) No, but she considers this.
(d) Yes.

Short Answer Questions

1. It serves humanity better to allow a persecutor to witness another's ________________________.

2. Does Etty rise above her bitterness about the truth of the Jews' plight in Holland?

3. HIllesum decides that she would rather not do what?

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

5. It is at this time that Etty realizes that she and Spier may have no future because of what?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Etty feel about the atrocities taking place? How does this also lead to feelings of guilt?

2. From what does Julius Spier die? How does Etty cope with this?

3. On who does Etty rely? How does this affect her emotions?

4. Does Etty believe that she should appear strong? Why or why not?

5. What leads to Etty going to Westerbork?

6. What has happened to Etty's motivations? How does she support this?

7. How do Etty's beliefs affect her actions regarding her safety?

8. What does Etty believe one should do to handle the increasingly difficult situation?

9. What is clear by May of 1942?

10. What does Etty say about suffering?

(see the answer keys)

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