Maus 1 Chapter 6

What is the meaning of the word pragmatic on page 131?

• practical, hardheaded
• luxurious, superfluous
• sluggish, lazy
• mental, delirious

Why is Vladek’s reference to Walt Disney is an example of dramatic irony. Why is this amusing to Artie?

• Vladek did not know who Walt Disney was immediately.
• Vladek only knows one cartoonist: Walt Disney.
• Vladek thinks his son is better than Walt Disney.
• Vladek does not know that Walt Disney was rumored to be anti-Semitic.  

What is the meaning of the word senile on page 137?

•  able to move quickly and easily
• . a loss of mental coherence associated with old age
• lacks interest in one's current activity
• very enthusiastic and eager with excitement

How would you describe the relationship between Artie and Mala (pages 130-134)?

• loving
• defensive     
• understanding         
• indifferent

On page 136, Richieu's old governess, Janina, refuses to help Vladek and Anja.  What reoccurring theme does this emphasize?

• Friends only remain loyal when money is on the line.
• During the Holocaust, many people refused to help the Jews.
• . Vladek and Anja were very lucky others helped them.
• Relationships are tested when lives are at stake.

Which of the following is an example of foreshadowing?

• “In Hungary we could be free to walk the streets again, like humans” (151). 
• . “ ‘It’s a miracle! How did you manage it’ ‘I’m a magician!’” (139).
• “‘He’ll join us on the train – Don’t worry!’ But, of course, we did worry” (155).
• Wrapped in foil, I kept it hidden there…it was my last treasure” (156).

Which of the following is not an example of the internal struggle between survival instincts and suppressing religious beliefs.

• Characters wearing a pig mask.
• Vladek’s encounter with the school children.
• Speaking Yiddish in front of the smugglers.
• Vladek riding in the German official train car

What is the most likely reason chapter 6 is titled, “Mouse Trap”?

• Aushwitz was where all Jews were ultimately trapped.
• After successfully hiding multiple times, Anja and Vladek are caught.
• This chapter is where the majority of the characters get caught.
• Vladek and Anja devised a plan to turn the tables and catch a Nazi.