Multiple Choice (1 point each)

What event causes Vladek to worry about his family’s safety?

• The invasion of Poland

• The enforcement of anti-Jewish laws

• The closing of family businesses

• The rise of the Nazi party

How does Vladek disguise himself to avoid capture?

• As a Polish soldier

• By wearing civilian clothes

• As a German officer

• As a non-Jewish Pole

What does Artie learn about his father’s personality through the war stories?

• He is careless and reckless

• He is resourceful and cautious

• He is indifferent and cold

• He is emotional and impulsive

Why does Vladek refuse to waste any food or supplies?

• He is greedy

• He fears scarcity due to his war experiences

• He believes in saving money

• He dislikes cooking

What role does Anja play in helping the resistance?

• A) She hides soldiers

• B) She translates documents

• C) She delivers messages

• D) She provides medical care

The portrayal of mice and cats in Maus symbolizes the relationship between Jews and Nazis by representing Jews as vulnerable mice and Nazis as predatory cats.

• It shows a mutual bond between the two groups.

• It represents the vulnerability of Jews as mice and the predatory nature of Nazis as cats.

• It describes a peaceful coexistence between the groups.

• It highlights the role of animals in society.

Vladek faces numerous challenges in maintaining his family’s safety due to severe resource shortages, discrimination, and constant threat from persecution, which he overcomes with his resourcefulness, cunning, and determination.

• Vladek faces severe challenges such as resource scarcity, discrimination, and constant threats; he overcomes them with resourcefulness, cunning, and determination.

• Vladek faces minimal challenges as war conditions were favorable.

• Vladek does not face any real challenges.

• Vladek gives up and abandons his family.