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Why is Corrie becoming uneasy at the beginning of this chapter?
Why is Corrie becoming uneasy at the beginning of this chapter?
Corrie is becoming uneasy because there are too many people involved in the Underground and too many people living in the small Beje.
What happens to Nollie?
What happens to Nollie?
Nollie is arrested for harboring a Jew named Annaliese, who is also arrested.
What message does Nollie deliver to Corrie from the prison?
What message does Nollie deliver to Corrie from the prison?
Nollie delivers a message that no harm will come to Annaliese because she has told the truth.
Is Nollie right or wrong in her message?
Is Nollie right or wrong in her message?
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How does Corrie try to free Nollie?
How does Corrie try to free Nollie?
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What do the Beje residents drill Corrie on?
What do the Beje residents drill Corrie on?
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What does Willem do to divert suspicion away from his frequent trips to Haarlem?
What does Willem do to divert suspicion away from his frequent trips to Haarlem?
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Who is the unexpected and unpleasant visitor to the Beje one evening?
Who is the unexpected and unpleasant visitor to the Beje one evening?
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What is the happy news that Corrie receives?
What is the happy news that Corrie receives?
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What is the request and why does it worry Corrie?
What is the request and why does it worry Corrie?
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What does the chief really want?
What does the chief really want?
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How does Corrie respond to the chief's request?
How does Corrie respond to the chief's request?
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Why does this event concern Corrie so much?
Why does this event concern Corrie so much?
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What other piece of discouraging news does Corrie worry about?
What other piece of discouraging news does Corrie worry about?
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Study Notes
Chapter 8 Overview
- Corrie feels uneasy about the increasing number of people involved in the Underground and the cramped living conditions at the Beje.
- Nollie is arrested for harboring Annaliese, a Jew, raising concerns about implications for the family.
Nollie's Arrest and Message
- Nollie assures Corrie from prison that Annaliese will be safe because she has told the truth about her actions.
- Nollie's belief proves correct as Annaliese is later rescued along with forty other Jews.
Corrie's Attempts to Free Nollie
- Corrie seeks to secure Nollie’s release by appealing to a German doctor for a medical discharge.
- Beje residents prepare Corrie for potential Gestapo inquiries by conducting drills on how to respond during a raid.
Willem's Strategy
- To reduce suspicion regarding his frequent travels, Willem organizes a weekly prayer meeting in Haarlem.
Unexpected Visitor
- Otto, a young German watchmaker previously dismissed from the ten Boom shop, becomes an unwelcome guest at the Beje, creating tension.
Good News for Corrie
- Corrie receives joyous news from Nollie that she has been released from prison due to claimed medical reasons.
Worrying Request from the Chief of Police
- Corrie receives a concerning letter from the chief of police, requesting her presence at his office, generating fear of possible arrest.
Chief's True Intentions
- It is revealed that the chief is part of the Underground and is seeking assistance to eliminate an informer in his department.
Corrie's Cautious Response
- Corrie cautiously suggests that both she and the chief pray for the informer to change their ways, reflecting her apprehension about a trap.
General Concern for Safety
- Corrie is troubled by the increasing awareness of their operations at the Beje, fearing impending danger.
Additional Discouraging News
- Corrie learns that Jop, their apprentice, has been arrested during a mission. She worries that the Gestapo will extract critical information from him.
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This quiz covers Chapter 8 of 'The Hiding Place,' focusing on Corrie's unease about the Underground's growth and Nollie’s arrest. Explore Corrie's efforts to secure her sister's freedom while facing the dangers posed by the Gestapo. Gain insights into the actions and strategies of the ten Boom family during World War II.