Study Guide for Chapters 2-3
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In order for Leon's family to achieve their goals, they needed to give up all of the following except?

  • their traditions
  • their possessions
  • their crowded city (correct)
  • their friends
  • What does the word extraordinary mean in the following sentence: 'As I pulled the chain and watched the water swish against the sides of the bowl, I thought this was about as extraordinary an invention as there could be.'?

    astounding

    What lesson does Leon learn after his teacher called him Moshe?

    Leon learned that the term Moshe, used by non-Jews, was an insult

    After reading about the Night of Broken Glass, what may the reader infer from Leon's statement, 'In fact, much more than glass was shattered that night'?

    <p>the hopes and dreams of the Jews were also destroyed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author most likely mean by using figurative language in Leon's statement, 'Although we didn't know it then, our years in hell had begun'?

    <p>compare the future lives of the Jews to a horrific place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the sentences, what can the reader conclude about Hershel and Leon's father?

    <p>Hershel had the best chance of surviving against the German soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The actions of German soldiers against the Jews included all except?

    <p>the frequent attendance of prayers at the synagogues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sentence 'The Poles who had pillaged our neighbors' apartment had tipped them off, telling them that we were Jews and that father had refused to hand over the key' demonstrate?

    <p>the lengths people will go to take advantage of a situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Leon mention seeing shock and shame in his father's eyes?

    <p>He wanted the reader to see how understanding the treatment of Jews could be</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The changes in Leon's father after his return from prison include all of the following except?

    <p>he lost his will to live</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Leon's Family Goals

    • To achieve their goals, Leon's family did not have to give up their crowded city.

    Definition of Extraordinary

    • "Extraordinary" means astounding, highlighting the remarkable nature of an invention.

    Lesson on Insults

    • Leon learns that "Moshe," used by non-Jews, is an offensive term, revealing societal tensions.

    Night of Broken Glass

    • The phrase about shattered glass signifies that not only physical property but also the Jews' hopes and dreams were destroyed.

    Figurative Language and Future Comparisons

    • The comparison of future Jewish lives to "hell" emphasizes the horror that awaited them under German control.

    Survival Analysis

    • Hershel, being young and stronger, had a better chance of surviving compared to Leon's father, who was hesitant to leave his family.

    Actions of German Soldiers

    • German soldiers did not frequently attend prayers at synagogues, illustrating their disconnect from Jewish faith and culture.

    Exploitation in Turmoil

    • The actions of the Poles who alerted German soldiers demonstrate the opportunistic nature of individuals during crises.

    Father's Helplessness

    • Leon highlights his father's shock and shame to illustrate the emotional toll of Jewish oppression on families.

    Changes in Leon's Father

    • After prison, Leon's father did not lose his will to live despite facing numerous challenges and transformations.

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