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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Memories of 1942 - Pages 137-154.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What shops do the Jewish families run that Helmuth knows in 1933?
(a) Grocery and department store.
(b) Pharmacy and grocery.
(c) Butcher shop and bakery.
(d) Jewelry store and tailor shop.

3. When Helmuth is returned to Gestapo headquarters in 1942, what color do his and other prisoners wear?
(a) Blue.
(b) Yellow.
(c) Green.
(d) Brown.

4. In 1942 what is Helmuth's last request?
(a) To see his family.
(b) To write letters to his family.
(c) To receive clemency.
(d) That his family be allowed to leave the country.

5. In 1939 who promises to support Poland if Germany threatens to invade?
(a) Britain and France.
(b) Belgium and Holland.
(c) France and Switzerland.
(d) United States and Britain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of typewriter does Helmuth use for his church?

2. How old is Helmuth when his mother says that she and Hugo will marry and Hugo will adopt Helmuth?

3. The day that Hitler was appointed chancellor, what did Helmuth's mother fix for supper?

4. What does Gerhard bring home with him in 1941 that he buys from the black market?

5. In May 1933, who does Gerhard say is Hitler's favorite author?

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