Experiences and Reflections on Germany

The speaker shares their background as the oldest daughter of a black general in the U.S. Army, highlighting the influence of their father's military career on their worldview. A significant experience in Germany, visiting a concentration camp, taught them about historical injustices and shaped their political activism and progressive views.

Who was the only black general staff officer in Europe during World War II?

• George Patton

• Douglas MacArthur

• Dwight Eisenhower

• Harold Montgomery

What did the speaker's father emphasize about how she should carry herself?

• To always be humble

• To walk with her back erect and head held high

• To follow orders without question

• To always seek adventure

How did being an 'army brat' affect the speaker?

• It made her dislike traveling

• It made her more rebellious

• It had no impact on her

• It gave her a different worldview

What significant location did the speaker visit in Germany?

• A historical museum

• A military base

• A concentration camp

• A famous castle

What realization did the speaker have after visiting the concentration camp?

• The beauty of German architecture

• The importance of military strategy

• The extent of human cruelty and injustice

• The need for more travel experiences

How did the visit to Germany influence the speaker's future actions?

• It made her want to become a historian

• It inspired her to become a political activist

• It led her to join the military

• It encouraged her to write a book

What did the speaker gain from her experiences in Germany?

• A love for German culture

• A new career path in diplomacy

• A sensibility of what injustice looked, felt, and smelled like

• A desire to move to Europe

What aspect of her personality does the speaker attribute to her experiences in Germany?

• Her love for art

• Her progressive nature

• Her interest in science

• Her culinary skills