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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who's death did Adam witness when he arrives at Auschwitz?

2. In the intensive-care ward of the hospital, what does Peter tell Daniel?

3. Once Daniel and his father are assigned to barracks, what does he sleep on?

4. How does Adam talk about the horrors he's seen at Auschwitz?

5. At his new camp, where is Daniel put to work?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Father such an important character in chapter 12 ?

2. What purpose does the model SS father serve for the storyline?

3. When Daniel attempts to get revenge, why doesn't he feel good?

4. What convinces Daniel that his mother is dead?

5. What is the importance of Peter being attacked by the Polish boys even though the war is over?

6. What is the significance of Daniel telling Adam, "Anything is better than sitting here like a helpless rabbit."?

7. What is the significance of the author showing the reader how the Germans live?

8. What is the significance of Daniel's valuables he keeps in the cupboard?

9. How does Passover provide hope for the Jewish people?

10. Why was Buchenwald a good place for the Germans?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How are the radio, Daniel's camera, and Erika's violin symbols of hope? In what ways do the Jews quietly demonstrate they have hope? Use the text to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

How do Rosa and Daniel plan to honor Peter's words and his dying wish? How does this reinforce the theme of love and family?

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Daniel's family rebelled against the German rules and policies. Who does Daniel's family defy their German regulations? Use the text to support your answer.

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