Comprehension Questions: Schindler's Biography

How does the video initially present Oscar Schindler, and what alternative perspective does it immediately introduce?

• As a ruthless businessman who later became a humanitarian; as a war hero.

• As a great humanitarian who saved many lives; as a war profiteer, Nazi spy, and traitor.

• As a German industrialist who was executed for collaboration; as a selfless hero.

• As a fictional character from a book and film; as a real historical figure.

Where was Oscar Schindler born, and what was his family's background?

• In Germany, to a wealthy aristocratic family.

• In Czechoslovakia, to a working-class family.

• In Zwittau, in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, to a middle-class German family.

• In Austria, to a family of Jewish refugees.

What significant event occurred on October 29th, 1918, that impacted Oscar Schindler's family?

• The start of World War II.

• The declaration of Czechoslovakia as a new country, leading to the displacement of ethnic Germans.

• The signing of the Treaty of Saint-Germain.

• The Kadáň Massacre, which killed 25 people.

How did Oscar Schindler spend the 100,000 Czech crowns given to him by his father-in-law as a wedding gift?

• He invested it in a new business venture.

• He bought a small house for himself and his wife.

• He blew it on a luxury car and the couple moved in with his parents.

• He donated it to charity.

What was the economic situation in Czechoslovakia in 1928?

• The economy was booming.

• The country was experiencing a severe depression.

• The economy was stagnant with no significant growth.

• The country was facing hyperinflation.

What event occurred on October 29th, 1929, leading to a global economic halt?

• The start of World War II

• The signing of the Munich Agreement

• The Wall Street Crash

• The annexation of Austria

How did the Nazi Party's electoral support in Germany change between the 1928 and July 1932 elections?

• They won 2.5% in 1928 and nearly 40% in 1932.

• They won 10% in 1928 and 20% in 1932.

• They won 5% in 1928 and 15% in 1932.

• They won 20% in 1928 and 50% in 1932.

What was Oskar Schindler's initial role after joining the Abwehr in 1936?

• He became a double agent for the Czechs.

• He worked as a spy for Nazi Germany.

• He was tasked with opening a new factory.

• He served as a liaison for the German military.

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What was Oskar Schindler's primary motivation when he first arrived in Krakow?

• To help the Jewish population.

• To establish connections and profit from the war.

• To escape his wife, Emilie.

• To become a Nazi leader.