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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, The Shoulder Shrug.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At which holiday does Liesel finish reading "The Gravedigger's Handbook"?
(a) Independence Day.
(b) Thanksgiving.
(c) Christmas.
(d) Easter.

2. Why is Hans Jr. embarrassed to be seen with his father?
(a) Because his father has not yet joined the Nazi party.
(b) Because his father aligns himself with Hitler.
(c) Because his father is uneducated and illiterate.
(d) Because his father is an atheist when it is fashionable to be Catholic.

3. What is the name of the street where Liesel lives with the Hubermann family?
(a) Fimmel Street.
(b) Himmel Street.
(c) Gimmel Street.
(d) Mimmel Street.

4. Who is the narrator of this novel?
(a) Hope.
(b) Death.
(c) Love.
(d) Fate.

5. From where does the shadow witness Liesel stealing a book from the bonfire?
(a) From an allyway.
(b) From a window.
(c) From a passing automobile.
(d) From atop a building.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which German city is Liesel being relocated by the foster care system?

2. Which of the following books does Hans Jr. think is the most valuable book ever written?

3. Which of the following characters teaches Liesel how to read?

4. How does Rosa react when she realizes Liesel is stealing from her?

5. What part of her body is burned when Liesel steals a copy of "The Shoulder Shrug"?

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