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What do Artie and Vladek argue about?
What do Artie and Vladek argue about?
How much Artie spent for his new tape recorder or just money in general.
How does Vladek's father-in-law's household manage to get the stuff they need?
How does Vladek's father-in-law's household manage to get the stuff they need?
Connections with the Gemeinde and the black market.
How many people live in Vladek's father-in-law's house? Name them and their relation.
How many people live in Vladek's father-in-law's house? Name them and their relation.
12; Vladek, Anja, and Richieu; Anja's older sister Tosha, her husband Wolfe, and their little girl Bibi; Anja's grandparents; Vladek's in-laws; Uncle Herman and Aunt Helen's children Lolek and Lonia.
Why are Uncle Herman and Aunt Helen not with them at the house?
Why are Uncle Herman and Aunt Helen not with them at the house?
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What happens to Vladek's factory?
What happens to Vladek's factory?
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How are they living if no money is coming in?
How are they living if no money is coming in?
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Where does Vladek go to look for 'work'?
Where does Vladek go to look for 'work'?
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How did Vladek first make money?
How did Vladek first make money?
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Why did Vladek only tell his father-in-law he made half of what he really made?
Why did Vladek only tell his father-in-law he made half of what he really made?
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When Ilzecki's note isn't enough to stop Vladek from being taken away, what does he do?
When Ilzecki's note isn't enough to stop Vladek from being taken away, what does he do?
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What does Ilzecki propose to Vladek?
What does Ilzecki propose to Vladek?
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What does Vladek's family say to this plan?
What does Vladek's family say to this plan?
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Where are they relocated to?
Where are they relocated to?
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A few months after they relocated, what big event happened?
A few months after they relocated, what big event happened?
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What did Anja like to do at this point?
What did Anja like to do at this point?
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What important notice came out on May 10, 1942?
What important notice came out on May 10, 1942?
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What happened to Anja's grandparents (the Karmios)?
What happened to Anja's grandparents (the Karmios)?
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What happened a few months after the last notice in 1942?
What happened a few months after the last notice in 1942?
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Who got sent where?
Who got sent where?
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What happened to Mala's mother?
What happened to Mala's mother?
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Study Notes
Arguments Between Artie and Vladek
- Tension arises over Artie's spending decisions, particularly regarding his new tape recorder.
- The discussions highlight differing perspectives on financial matters.
Vladek's Family and Resources
- Vladek's father-in-law obtains necessities through connections with the Jewish community organization, Gemeinde, and the black market.
Household Composition
- A total of 12 individuals reside in Vladek's father-in-law's house, including:
- Vladek, Anja, and their son Richieu.
- Anja’s sister Tosha, her husband Wolfe, and their daughter Bibi.
- Anja’s grandparents and Vladek’s in-laws.
- Uncle Herman and Aunt Helen’s children, Lolek and Lonia.
Uncle Herman and Aunt Helen's Absence
- Uncle Herman and Aunt Helen are away visiting the New York World's Fair when the war breaks out.
Changes to Vladek's Factory
- Vladek’s factory comes under control of Aryan managers as a result of the war.
Financial Survival Strategies
- The family relies on savings as Vladek's father-in-law withdraws all valuables from the bank.
Vladek's Search for Work
- Vladek seeks employment opportunities on Modrzejowska street.
Initial Income Sources
- Vladek initially makes money by collecting debts and selling cloth obtained from a debtor to Mr. Ilzecki.
Concealed Earnings
- Vladek only reveals half of his actual earnings to his father-in-law, as they wish to maintain a semblance of normal, luxurious life.
Avoiding Detention
- To avoid being sent away, Vladek obtains a priority work card from a friend's tin shop.
Ilzecki's Proposition
- Mr. Ilzecki offers to take Richieu to hide him with a trusted Polish friend.
Family's Refusal
- Vladek's family declines Ilzecki's plan, a decision that ultimately costs Richieu his life.
Relocation Details
- The family is relocated to the Stara Sosnowiec quarter, which is not categorized as a ghetto, allowing some freedom of movement.
Notable Incident After Relocation
- Months later, Vladek's former business partner Nahum Cohn and two others are executed and displayed publicly, instilling fear in the community.
Anja's Activities
- Anja occupies herself with housework and diary writing during this tumultuous time.
Significant Notice on May 10, 1942
- A directive mandates the transfer of all Jews over 70 to Theresienstadt, claimed to be a care facility for the elderly.
Fate of Anja's Grandparents
- Anja's grandparents are hidden but ultimately betrayed; they are taken away and killed by gas.
1942 Registration Requirement
- A mandate for registration at the Dienst Stadium emerges, determining who is eligible for work.
Selection Process for Deportation
- Men and able-bodied individuals are directed to the right for work, while the rest are sent to the left; Fela, Vladek's sister, and his father escape deportation.
Mala's Mother's Experience
- Mala's mother is temporarily imprisoned and survives due to her brother’s intervention. Eventually smuggled out, she later dies in Auschwitz.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 4 in Art Spiegelman's Maus. This quiz covers key themes, character relations, and important events that highlight the struggles of Vladek and his family during WWII. Perfect for students looking to recall significant details and enhance their understanding of the graphic novel.
