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How old is Papa ten Boom at the beginning of chapter 5?
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?
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?
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?
What is Corrie's dream that night?
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How long does Holland hold out against Germany, and how do the ten Booms know that the country is lost?
How long does Holland hold out against Germany, and how do the ten Booms know that the country is lost?
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What year is it when Holland falls?
What year is it when Holland falls?
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What is life like at first during the German occupation?
What is life like at first during the German occupation?
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How does the family receive accurate news reports?
How does the family receive accurate news reports?
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As time goes on, what do the ten Booms notice about the German occupation?
As time goes on, what do the ten Booms notice about the German occupation?
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Who is 'The Bulldog'?
Who is 'The Bulldog'?
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What unusual sighting do Corrie and her father see, and what has happened?
What unusual sighting do Corrie and her father see, and what has happened?
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How do the ten Booms respond to the Bulldog's situation?
How do the ten Booms respond to the Bulldog's situation?
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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.
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