The Hiding Place Chapter 5 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How old is Papa ten Boom at the beginning of chapter 5?

80 years old.

What news comes over the radio at the beginning of chapter 5?

The prime minister of Holland assures the people that Germany will respect Holland's neutrality and that there will be no war.

What awakens the family later that same night?

The sound of explosions signaling Germany's invasion of Holland.

What is Corrie's dream that night?

She dreams that her family and friends are in a horse-drawn wagon being dragged against their wills across a square. Signup and view all the answers

How long does Holland hold out against Germany, and how do the ten Booms know that the country is lost?

Holland falls 5 days after the invasion, and the queen of Holland leaves the country for safety. Signup and view all the answers

What year is it when Holland falls?

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What is life like at first during the German occupation?

At first life isn't so bad. There is just a curfew, and identification cards are required. Then, ration books are issued for food, newspapers stop carrying news, and German soldiers are everywhere. Signup and view all the answers

How does the family receive accurate news reports?

They have a hidden radio they secretly listen to, and they are able to hear news broadcasts from England. Signup and view all the answers

As time goes on, what do the ten Booms notice about the German occupation?

They notice that the anti-Semitism becomes more apparent. Synagogues are burned, Jews are required to wear a yellow star, and people start to disappear. Signup and view all the answers

Who is 'The Bulldog'?

The Bulldog is Harry de Vries, a man who looks a bit like his beloved Bulldogs. Signup and view all the answers

What unusual sighting do Corrie and her father see, and what has happened?

They see the Bulldog walking alone, without his dogs, because Mr. de Vries, a Jew who is afraid of being taken away, poisoned the dogs so they won't be left to starve. Signup and view all the answers

How do the ten Booms respond to the Bulldog's situation?

They invite the Bulldog and his wife to visit the family home, and soon have them as nightly visitors. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 5 Overview

Papa ten Boom is 80 years old at the start of the chapter.
Radio broadcasts claim Germany will respect Holland's neutrality and avoid war.

Invasion of Holland

Explosions awaken the ten Boom family, signaling the German invasion.
Corrie dreams of her loved ones being forcibly taken in a horse-drawn wagon.

Timeline of Events

Holland surrenders five days after the invasion; the queen leaves for safety.
The invasion occurs in 1940.

Early Occupation Life

Initial German occupation involves only a curfew and identification cards.
Life deteriorates as ration books are issued, newspapers cease reporting, and German soldiers are omnipresent.

News and Information

The ten Booms secretly listen to news from a hidden radio to stay informed about the situation.

Increasing Anti-Semitism

Signs of increasing anti-Semitism include burned synagogues, Jews required to wear yellow stars, and people's disappearances.

The Bulldog

"The Bulldog" refers to Harry de Vries, noted for resembling his Bulldogs.
Corrie and her father observe the Bulldog walking alone; his dogs were poisoned to prevent starvation while he seeks safety.

Family Support

The ten Booms invite the Bulldog and his wife to their home, making them regular visitors to provide support.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 5 from 'The Hiding Place' with these flashcards. Learn key facts about Papa ten Boom and important events during this critical chapter. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of the book.