"A Night Divided" By Jennifer Nielsen Whole Book Flashcard

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What was Gerta's initial idea about the tunnel?

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Gerta thought it was a good idea to dig a tunnel to escape to the West, but Fritz did not agree.

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Why was Gerta's mother hesitant to go to the West?

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Gerta's mother was afraid of leaving her family in the East and worried they would have to live in tents in the West.

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After the wall was built, which direction did the Grenzers face?

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The Grenzers faced East after the wall went up.

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Who did Gerta first see on the West side of the wall?

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Gerta first saw Dominic on the West side of the wall.

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What is the Death Strip?

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The Death Strip was an area between two concrete walls that included watchtowers, anti-vehicle trenches, and guard dogs.

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What does the Berlin Wall symbolize?

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The Berlin Wall symbolizes the division between East and West Germany during the Cold War.

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What was the main reason people wanted to escape to the West?

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People wanted to escape to the West for freedom and better living conditions.

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How did Gerta's family plan to escape?

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Gerta's family planned to escape by digging a tunnel under the Berlin Wall.

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What role did the Grenzers play in the story?

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The Grenzers were border guards who enforced the rules of the East German government.

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What was the significance of the watchtowers?

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The watchtowers were used to monitor the Death Strip and prevent escapes.