Ghetto

Why was the window in Wiesel's house boarded up?

• The window was broken during a fire.

• The window was broken during a shooting.

• The window faced the street outside of the Ghetto.

• The window faced the Ghetto.

What did Yanek and his father do to make mama feel safer?

• Yanek and papa found 4 metal bars to lock the rooftop door.

• Yanek and papa bought bake Mama's wedding ring and necklace.

• The family moved to a different apartment building.

• The family moved in with Uncle Abraham's family at the bakery.

What did the Judenrat Director tell everyone in the square?

• The Nazis wanted 7,000 Jews for the work camps.

• The Nazis wanted the Jews to sing the national anthem.

• The Director was drawing names for the Polish lottery.

• The Director was holding a vote for the next Director.

What is a ghetto historically known for in the context of World War II?

• A) A place where Jews were forcibly relocated and confined by the Nazis.

• B) A neighborhood known for its cultural diversity and economic prosperity.

• C) A type of music genre that originated in the 20th century.

• D) A style of architecture popular in the 19th century.

Which of the following was a common feature of ghettos during the Holocaust?

• A) Open access to all citizens.

• B) High walls or fences to isolate the inhabitants.

• C) Luxurious living conditions.

• D) Freedom of movement for all residents.

What was the primary purpose of establishing ghettos by the Nazis?

• A) To provide better housing for Jewish communities.

• B) To isolate and control the Jewish population.

• C) To promote cultural exchange between Jews and non-Jews.

• D) To create new economic opportunities for Jews.

Which of the following cities had a well-known ghetto during World War II?

• A) Paris

• B) Warsaw

• C) London

• D) New York

What was the Judenrat in the context of ghettos during the Holocaust?

• A) A Jewish council set up to administer the ghetto.

• B) A type of food ration given to ghetto inhabitants.

• C) A secret police force within the ghetto.

• D) A religious ceremony held in the ghetto.

How did the living conditions in ghettos typically affect the inhabitants?

• A) They improved the health and well-being of the residents.

• B) They led to overcrowding, starvation, and disease.

• C) They provided ample educational opportunities.

• D) They allowed for economic prosperity and growth.

What was the outcome for most ghettos established by the Nazis during World War II?

• A) They were eventually liberated by Allied forces.

• B) They were transformed into cultural centers.

• C) They were liquidated, and inhabitants were sent to concentration camps.

• D) They became independent Jewish states.