Escape from Darkness

Why did Leo and his family decide to leave Denmark?

• Because they wanted to go on a vacation

• Because of a natural disaster

• Because Denmark had become a dangerous place for Jewish people

• Because they were moving for a new job

Where were Leo and his family planning to go for safety?

• Norway

• Finland

• Sweden

• Germany

How did Leo feel about leaving his home?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Relieved

• Ached at the thought

What is the size comparison given for Denmark in the text?

• Larger than New York State

• Smaller than New York City

• Less than half the size of New York State

• Twice the size of New York City

What activities did Leo enjoy doing in Copenhagen?

• Playing soccer, hiking with his Boy Scout troop, and goofing around with his brothers

• Playing video games, swimming, and reading

• Dancing, painting, and playing the piano

• Cycling, playing chess, and watching movies

What was Leo's father's profession?

• A) A teacher

• B) A professional singer

• C) A police officer

• D) A chef

What Jewish ceremony did Leo celebrate for his 13th birthday?

• A) His wedding

• B) His bar mitzvah

• C) His confirmation

• D) His graduation

How did Jewish people feel living in Denmark before the 1930s, according to the text?

• A) Unsafe and discriminated

• B) Respected and treated equally

• C) Ignored and isolated

• D) Wealthy and powerful

What is the term used to describe prejudice and hostility toward Jewish people?

• A) Racism

• B) Antisemitism

• C) Xenophobia

• D) Apartheid

In what year did Adolf Hitler become the leader of Germany?

• A) 1929

• B) 1933

• C) 1939

• D) 1945