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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. Upon arriving safely to the Hubermann household, how long does Max sleep, uninterrupted?

2. What instrument did Erik Vandenberg play?

3. Who places Liesel Meminger in foster care?

4. What type of fruit do Rudy and Liesel steal from local farmers?

5. What is the name of the street where Liesel lives with the Hubermann family?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Frau Hermann invites LIesel inside her house, what does she show the young girl?

2. How does Liesel manage to get a hold of a copy of the book "The Shoulder Shrug"?

3. How does Liesel celebrate her first Christmas with Hans and Rosa?

4. How was Max Vandenberg treated by his schoolmates as a child?

5. How do the citizens of Molching decide to celebrate the birthday of the Fueher?

6. What chores is Liesel expected to complete around the house while she is living with Hans and Rosa?

7. How do Liesel and Rudy manage to steal a food basket from a church?

8. How does Rudy Steiner express his admiration for Jesse Owens?

9. What does Max give to Liesel on her birthday?

10. Why is Liesel in a train at the opening of the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Max arrives at the Hubermann doorstep, Liesel is sworn to secrecy about his appearance. Why are the Hubermanns so concerned with keeping Max's visit a secret? Does Liesel manage to keep the secret? If so, how and why? If not, what are the effects of her slipped secret?

Essay Topic 2

Hans manages to survive both World Wars even though he fought in both. First, describe how Hans managed to survive the first World War. Then, compare / contrast that to the way Hans managed to survive the second World War. What does Hans' knack for survival tell the reader about his character?

Essay Topic 3

One of the ways Liesel finds acceptance after moving to a new school is to join a gang. First, describe the gang Liesel was a part of. Who is the leader? What does the gang fight for? Then, explain how the gang helps Liesel learn how to function within a group. How does this lesson come in handy for Liesel later on in her life?

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