A Night Divided: Chapters 38 & 39 Worksheet

What is Gerta's primary concern as she and her family prepare to escape?

• The weather conditions

• The safety of her family

• The possibility of being caught

• The difficulty of the tunnel

How does Fritz contribute to the escape plan?

• He creates a distraction

• He leads the way through the tunnel

• He packs essential supplies

• He communicates with allies on the other side

What unexpected challenge does the family face during their escape attempt?

• The tunnel collapses

• They are discovered by guards

• One family member gets injured

How does Gerta's mother react to the escape plan?

• With enthusiasm and excitement

• With fear and reluctance

• With anger and disapproval

• With indifference

What motivates Gerta to persist despite the dangers?

• The desire for adventure

• The hope of reuniting with her father

• The fear of punishment if caught

• The encouragement from her friends

Which character shows the most significant change in these chapters?

• Gerta

• Fritz

• Gerta's mother

• Anna

What theme is most prominently explored in these chapters?

• The power of friendship

• The importance of family

How does the author build tension in these chapters?

• Through detailed descriptions of the environment

• By introducing new characters

• Through the characters' internal thoughts and fears

• By using flashbacks to earlier events

What role does trust play in the family's escape attempt?

• It is irrelevant to their plan

• It causes conflict among family members

• It is crucial for their cooperation and success

• It leads to betrayal by one family member

How does the setting of East Berlin influence the events in these chapters?

• It provides a backdrop of constant danger

• It offers unexpected help to the family

• It has no significant impact on the story

• It creates a sense of nostalgia for the characters