A Night Divided Chp. 27-36 Review

In Chapter 29, Fritz emphasizes the importance of being good citizens by not stealing a shovel. What does this reveal about his character?

• He is naive about the dangers they face.

• He believes in doing what's right even in desperate situations.

• He is unwilling to take risks for their escape.

• He is more concerned about appearances than survival.

Answer explanation

Fritz's emphasis on not stealing a shovel highlights his strong moral compass. It shows he believes in doing what's right, even when faced with desperate circumstances, reflecting his integrity and commitment to ethical behavior.

How does Officer Müller's discovery of the tunnel in chapter 29 contribute to the story's rising action?

• It slows the rising action as he decides to ignore their activities.

• It shifts the focus to Müller's personal struggles.

• It leads to the abandonment of the escape plan.

• It intensifies the rising action by introducing the threat of being arrested.

Answer explanation

Officer Müller's discovery of the tunnel heightens the tension in the story by introducing the risk of arrest, which propels the plot forward and raises stakes for the characters involved in the escape plan.

What synonym would best replace 'inevitably' as used on page 204?

• avoidably

• unavoidably

• softly

• excitedly

Answer explanation

The word 'inevitably' means something that cannot be avoided. The best synonym from the choices is 'unavoidably', as it conveys the same meaning. The other options do not fit the context.

On page 205, Gerta states that she “held to the pipe and to my senses and to my courage, bundling them together and knotting them within my heart.” What does this figurative language indicate about Gerta’s characterization?

• It indicates that Gerta is perceptive and confident.

• It indicates that Gerta is aggressive and cruel.

• It indicates that Gerta is lonely but cheerful.

• It indicates that Gerta is afraid but courageous.

Answer explanation

Gerta's statement reflects her inner struggle; she clings to her courage despite fear. This indicates that she is afraid but courageous, as she combines her emotions to face challenges.

President John F. Kennedy stated, “A nation that is afraid to let its people judge the truth and falsehood in an open market is a nation that is afraid of its people.” Which piece of textual evidence below from chapter 32 best proves JFK’s quote?

• “Before we could act, a woman’s screams caught our attention” (pg. 216).

• “They were nearly the same words that had been on Herr Krause’s handmade stamped papers” (pg. 216).

• “…I figured it was safe to assume his death wasn’t an accident. Herr Krause had received his punishment for daring to think, and for getting others to think too” (pg. 216).

• “Whatever crimes Herr Krause had committed, it was safe to assume that Fritz and I had done far worse” (pg. 217).

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights the punishment of Herr Krause for thinking and encouraging others to think, illustrating JFK's point about a nation fearing its people's judgment of truth and falsehood.

What is the meaning of the simile, “But she called for Anna, and then with a voice like an icicle, she [Anna’s mother] invited me in” (pg. 219)?

• Anna’s mother’s voice is hoarse and raspy.

• Anna’s mother’s attitude towards Gerta is rude and hostile.

• Anna’s mother is chewing ice when she calls for Anna.

• Anna’s mother’s attitude towards Gerta is forgiving and sympathetic.

Answer explanation

The simile "like an icicle" suggests that Anna's mother's voice is cold and unwelcoming, indicating her rude and hostile attitude towards Gerta, rather than being sympathetic or friendly.

On page 224, Gerta notices a muddy pair of Anna’s boots, which symbolize many ideas. What TWO choices below does the muddy pair of boots symbolize?

• betrayal

• freedom

• distrust

• a rainy day

Answer explanation

The muddy boots symbolize betrayal and distrust, reflecting Gerta's feelings about Anna's choices and the impact of their actions on their relationship. The dirtiness of the boots suggests a loss of innocence and trust.

“My voice wavered, revealing too much of my fear in him.” What is the meaning of the word wavered as it is used on pg. 226?

• giving off unsteady sounds

• waving one's hand in the air

• showing confidence

• speaking confidently

Answer explanation

In this context, 'wavered' means to give off unsteady sounds, indicating that the speaker's voice trembled due to fear. This aligns with the correct choice, as it reflects the emotional state of the character.

“Mama seemed almost rigid, making every effort not to touch the walls or look up at the dirt in the ceiling.” What is the meaning of the word rigid as it is used on pg. 233?

• flexible

• stretchy

• stiff; not moving

• weak

Answer explanation

In this context, 'rigid' means 'stiff; not moving.' Mama's effort to avoid touching the walls or looking up suggests she is tense and inflexible, which aligns with the definition of being rigid.

Reread page 233. What motivates Mama to change her mind about digging the tunnel to escape to the west?

• Oma Gertrude provides Mama with letters from her husband that plead Mama to escape.

• The Stasi promoted Mama to a higher paying job because she stated her loyalties were with the GDR.

• Mama is demoted to a lower paying job because she will not divorce her husband.

• Fritz and Gerta exhaustingly plea to Mama to escape.

Answer explanation

Mama's demotion to a lower paying job for refusing to divorce her husband highlights her struggles and ultimately motivates her to consider escaping, as it signifies the oppressive nature of her situation.