A Night Divided Novel Flashcard

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What is the significance of Fritz's reaction to Müller in Chapter 42?

Back

Fritz welcomes Müller to the tunnel because he did not report the tunnel, while Gerta did not support this decision.

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What food does Gerta miss the most in the novel?

Back

Gerta misses bananas the most.

Front

Identify a simile from the text.

Back

"But fear clutched at my throat like a noose, and I could barely answer."

Front

Why did Mama have Gerta and Fritz clean the apartment?

Back

Mama did not want the Stasi saying the Lowe family were pigs.

Front

What does Gerta want that she can't have in the East?

Back

Gerta wants uncensored books, control over her life, and a home without hidden microphones.

Front

Define 'simile'.

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What role does the Stasi play in the novel?

Back

The Stasi is the secret police in East Germany, representing oppression and surveillance.

Front

How does Gerta's character develop throughout the story?

Back

Gerta evolves from a naive girl to a courageous individual who seeks freedom.

Front

What is the main theme of 'A Night Divided'?

Back

The main theme is the struggle for freedom and the impact of political oppression.

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What does the tunnel symbolize in the story?

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The tunnel symbolizes hope, freedom, and the desire to escape oppression.