MAUS Ch 5

Front

What was wrong with the treat that Vladek bought for him and Anja?

Back

There was laundry soap in it.

Front

Why are Anja and Vladek walking on a road shaped like a swastika?

Back

Because no matter where they go, all roads lead to the Nazis.

Front

Where did Vladek hide his belongings that he eventually went back to retrieve?

Back

The chimney.

Front

Where are Vladek and Artie walking to in the present-day scenes in this chapter?

Back

The bank.

Front

What explains Vladek's 'cheapness' and 'stinginess'?

Back

Due to the Holocaust, he learned to hold on to and protect any resources he could get.

Front

What does the swastika symbolize in the context of MAUS?

Back

The swastika symbolizes the pervasive influence of the Nazis and the oppression faced by the Jewish people.

Front

How does Vladek's experience during the Holocaust affect his behavior in the present?

Back

Vladek's experiences lead him to be frugal and protective of resources.

Front

What is the significance of the coal bunker in MAUS?

Back

The coal bunker represents a place of hiding and survival during the Holocaust.

Front

How does Artie depict his father's experiences in MAUS?

Back

Artie uses a graphic novel format to illustrate Vladek's experiences during the Holocaust.

Front

What role does memory play in MAUS?

Back

Memory serves as a means of preserving history and understanding trauma.