The Summer of My German Soldier

According to this passage, how does Kirsti view the soldiers?

• as mean and scary

• as helpers of the community

• as part of everyday life

• as selfish and angry

Which of the following best describes Annemarie’s feelings toward Peter?

• uncaring, loathing

• suspicion, jealousy

• anger, resentment

• pride, love

Why does Ellen come to stay with Annemarie’s family?

• because Ellen’s parents have gone on vacation.

• because the Germans are taking the Jews away, and Ellen is hiding there.

• because the Germans have taken Ellen’s parents, and Ellen has to live with Annemarie.

• because Ellen’s mother is very sick, and they are afraid she will catch the illness.

Keeping in mind that the action and dialogue from this passage occurs on the same night that the soldiers come looking for Ellen and her parents, what literary technique is used in the bolded part of this passage?

• flashback

• foreshadowing

• imagery

• alliteration

What is the primary theme of 'The Summer of My German Soldier'?

• A) Friendship and loyalty

• B) War and peace

• C) Love and betrayal

• D) Identity and self-discovery

Who is the protagonist in 'The Summer of My German Soldier'?

• A) Anton Reiker

• B) Patty Bergen

• C) Ruth Hughes

• D) Sharon Bergen

What is the setting of 'The Summer of My German Soldier'?

• A) New York City during World War II

• B) A small town in Arkansas during World War II

• C) A German village during World War II

• D) A military base in England during World War II

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Summer of My German Soldier' to highlight Patty's internal conflict?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Internal monologue

• D) Hyperbole

What role does Ruth Hughes play in Patty's life in 'The Summer of My German Soldier'?

• A) Her best friend

• B) Her teacher

• C) Her housekeeper and confidante

• D) Her sister

How does Patty's relationship with her parents affect her actions in 'The Summer of My German Soldier'?

• A) It makes her more rebellious

• B) It strengthens her resolve to follow rules

• C) It has no effect on her actions

• D) It encourages her to seek approval from authority figures