Maus Chapter 4 Flashcard

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Why did Vladek only tell his father-in-law he made half of what he really made?

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Vladek knew the family wouldn’t save the money because they were so used to their life of luxury.

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What is the title of chapter 4?

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The Noose Tightens

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Why were four men hanged and left there for a week?

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They were made an example of due to giving away goods without coupons.

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What happened when Anja's grandparents were sent to Auschwitz?

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They were sent directly to the gas chambers.

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On May 10, 1942, all Jews over what age were to be transferred to Theresienstadt, Czechoslovakia?

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70 years old.

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What does the term 'Auschwitz' refer to in the context of World War II?

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Auschwitz was a network of concentration and extermination camps operated by Nazi Germany.

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What was the significance of the title 'The Noose Tightens'?

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It symbolizes the increasing oppression and danger faced by Jews during the Holocaust.

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What role did Vladek's financial situation play in his family's survival?

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Vladek's financial decisions were crucial for his family's ability to navigate the dangers of the Holocaust.

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How did the Nazis use public executions as a tactic?

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They used public executions to instill fear and discourage resistance among the population.

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What was the fate of many Jews who were sent to concentration camps?

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Many were killed in gas chambers or forced into labor under inhumane conditions.