The Grand Mosque of Paris Quiz

What type of writing is "The Grand Mosque of Paris?"

• Persuasive writing

• Fictional narrative

• Informational text

• Poetry

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What was the Grand Mosque of Paris used for during World War II?

• It was a military base for the Nazis.

• It served as a refuge for Jews on the run.

• It was a place for political rallies.

• It functioned as a cultural center for the Vichy government.

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When was the Grand Mosque of Paris built?

• 1940

• 1926

• 1930

• 1916

What did the rescuers at the Grand Mosque of Paris provide to the children they took in?

• Military training

• False identity papers

• Religious education

• Art lessons

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What was the Grand Mosque of Paris used for during World War II?

• It was used as a place for regular worship only.

• It served as a hiding place and escape route for Jews.

• It was converted into a military base.

• It functioned as a public library.

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What did rescuers keep records of to help Jewish children during World War II?

• The children's favorite books.

• The children's real names and fake names, as well as their hiding places.

• The names of the children's relatives.

• The children's school records.

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What did Si Kaddour Benghabrit reportedly do to protect Jewish children?

• He provided them with food and clothing.

• He taught them the Quran.

• He wrote out false birth certificates claiming they were Muslim.

• He escorted them to safety outside of France.

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How did the mosque's grounds help in the escape of Jews during World War II?

• The grounds were used for military training.

• The grounds contained hidden gold reserves.

• The grounds had a system of underground passages for escape.

• The grounds were used as a marketplace for disguises.

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What action did some members of the Muslim community in Paris take against the Nazi oppressors?

• They joined the Nazi forces to avoid suspicion.

• They remained neutral and did not interfere.

• They helped Jews by refusing to reveal their whereabouts.

• They publicly protested against the Nazi regime.

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