2. Who does Baretski say are "the filth of Europe," even worse than Jews? Frenchmen Gypsies Catholics American Soldiers

This question is asking about a specific statement made by Baretski, a character in a literary work. The statement in question is "the filth of Europe," even worse than Jews. The options provided are Frenchmen, Gypsies, Catholics, and American Soldiers. The correct answer is the group that Baretski is referring to in his statement.