Maus II Chapter 4

Front

Balancing Independence and Support in Old Age

Back

What are your thoughts on the challenges of growing old and relying on others for care?

Front

The Role of Money in Relationships

Back

How do you feel about Mala's offer to return to Vladek for $100,000? Do you think financial negotiations affect trust in relationships?

Front

Telling Difficult Stories

Back

Why do you think Vladek avoided talking about his experiences in the Holocaust for so long? Do you think talking about trauma helps in healing?

Front

Family Bonds in Difficult Times

Back

Have you ever relied on a family member during a difficult moment? How did they help?

Front

Experiencing History Through Stories

Back

Have you ever heard a personal account of a significant historical event? How did it make you feel?

Front

Reconnecting After Long Separation

Back

Share a time when you were separated from a loved one and reunited. What changed in your relationship?

Front

Chaos and Survival in Times of War

Back

What do you think motivates people to keep fighting for survival in hopeless situations, as Vladek and Shivek did?

Front

The Role of Ordinary People in Saving Lives

Back

How do you feel about the German officer’s girlfriend influencing the decision to spare the prisoners’ lives? Can small actions make a big difference during crises?

Front

Life After Liberation

Back

How do you think someone like Vladek would rebuild their life after the Holocaust? What challenges might they face?

Front

Parent-Child Responsibilities

Back

What do you think about Artie’s decision not to move in with Vladek? Is it wrong to prioritize personal boundaries over a parent's wishes?