Schindler's List by Thomas Keneally
- 1. Schindler's List, a historical novel by Australian author Thomas Keneally, is a poignant and harrowing chronicle of the Holocaust through the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist who remarkably saved over a thousand Polish Jews during World War II. Set against the grim backdrop of Nazi-occupied Poland, Keneally's narrative intricately explores the complexities of human nature, morality, and the capacity for both good and evil. The novel delves into Schindler's transformation from a profit-driven businessman into a compassionate savior who risks his life and fortune to protect those who are persecuted. Keneally’s eloquent prose vividly depicts the atrocities of the concentration camps, the despair of the Jewish community, and Schindler's audacious efforts to create a safe haven for his Jewish workers in the face of overwhelming odds. By weaving together personal stories and historical events, Keneally not only honors the memory of the victims but also celebrates the profound impact of one individual's courage and empathy in the face of an unimaginable moral crisis.
What product does Schindler initially manufacture in his factory?
A) Medical supplies
B) Military uniforms
C) Ammunition
D) Enamelware
- 2. Who is Schindler's Jewish accountant and trusted associate?
A) Helen Hirsch
B) Itzhak Stern
C) Poldek Pfefferberg
D) Amon Göth
- 3. Which concentration camp commandant does Schindler befriend and bribe?
A) Amon Göth
B) Josef Mengele
C) Rudolf Höss
D) Heinrich Himmler
- 4. What is the name of the list Schindler compiles to save his workers?
A) The Stern Report
B) Schindler's List
C) The Emancipation Proclamation
D) The Krakow Registry
- 5. In which city is much of the early story set?
A) Berlin
B) Kraków
C) Warsaw
D) Prague
- 6. How does Schindler ultimately use his wealth?
A) Funding the Nazi war effort
B) Bribing officials to save workers
C) Fleeing to Switzerland
D) Expanding his business empire
- 7. Which historical event provides the backdrop for the story?
A) The Cold War
B) The French Revolution
C) World War I
D) The Holocaust
- 8. What is the relationship between Oskar Schindler and Emilie Schindler?
A) Business partners
B) Husband and wife
C) He is her accountant
D) Brother and sister
- 9. What is the fate of Amon Göth?
A) He escapes to South America
B) He becomes a businessman
C) He is executed after the war
D) He is pardoned by the Allies
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