Maus Vol. 1 Chapter 6

Why does Artie say Vladek is like a racist caricature of the "miserly old Jew"?

• He makes Mala wear Anja's clothes
• He saves napkins from restaurants so he doesn't have to buy
• He doesn't like giving Mala money
• All of the above

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Vladek compares Artie to which famous person?

• Walt Disney
• Rudolph Valentino
• Hitler
• Mickey Mouse

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Why do Mala and Vladek think that "Maus" is an important book?

• Because Artie will finally become famous and win his father's approval
• Because they are both excited to read it
• Because people who don't normally read Holocaust stories will be interested
• None of these

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Why is it ironic that Vladek and Anja are "happy" with their conditions? (pg. 148)

• They are happy with their conditions, even though they live in a small, dark cellar with rats.
• They are happy with their conditions, although they wish they were free.
• They are happy with their conditions, but Mrs. Montonowa has a better life than them.
• None of these

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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).

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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.

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At the end of Chapter 6, why does Artie call Vladek a "murderer"?

• Vladek murdered Anja
• Vladek killed someone Artie knew
• Vladek burnt memories of Anja

• Vladek turned to the Nazis

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How do Vladek and Anja get captured? 

• A child sees them. 
• They get caught with Jewish valuables.
• A family member tells the Germans about them.
• The smuggler calls the Gestapo and alerts them.

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