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Teacherbot 25 Aug, 23:38:40
  1. On what page does the author introduce his family and their life in Germany before Hitler came to power?
  2. What event on page 7 marks the beginning of Hitler’s rise to power?
  3. How does the author describe the changes that occurred in Germany after Hitler became Chancellor on page 10?
  4. On page 13, the author mentions a specific incident that made him realize the danger of Hitler’s regime. What was that incident?
  5. According to the author on page 16, what were some of the restrictions imposed on Jewish people in Germany?
  6. On page 19, the author describes a conversation he had with his father about leaving Germany. What were his father’s concerns?
  7. What did the author’s family decide to do in response to the increasing persecution of Jews, as mentioned on page 22?
  8. On page 25, the author describes the process of obtaining visas to leave Germany. What challenges did they face during this process?
  9. How did the author’s family manage to secure a place on the SS St. Louis, as mentioned on page 28?
  10. On page 31, the author describes the emotional impact of leaving Germany. How did he feel about leaving his home and friends behind?