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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Memories of 1938-1939 - Pages 41-81.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1928, how old are Helmuth's half brothers?
(a) 9 and 8.
(b) 8 and 7.
(c) 6 and 5.
(d) 7 and 6.

2. In 1942, what is the bed made of?
(a) Cement blocks.
(b) Ropes.
(c) Wooden boards.
(d) Metal .

3. In 1933, when does Hitler become chancellor of Germany?
(a) February 4.
(b) January 30.
(c) February 11.
(d) January 1.

4. In 1938, what music are Mutti and Helmuth listening to when an announcement comes that Ernst vom Rath has died?
(a) Mozart.
(b) Beethoven.
(c) Bach.
(d) Wagner.

5. In 1942, what breakfast does Helmuth remember his mother making?
(a) Rye toast with red currant jam.
(b) Waffles with maple syrup.
(c) Pancakes with maple syrup.
(d) Wheat toast with raspberry jam.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the police inspector who gives Helmuth and Rudi a case to work on?

2. When are Jews forbidden to enter city parks?

3. What does Helmuth wear in 1928?

4. What shops do the Jewish families run that Helmuth knows in 1933?

5. In 1933, what happens when Herr Seligmann tries to clean the Jewish slurs off his shop windows?

(see the answer key)

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