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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. When the mysterious character living in the shadows is brought food and keys, which character is the mystery character urged to locate?

2. Why is Rosa fired by various customers while Liesel is learning how to read?

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

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Rosa Hubermann?

5. Why does Liesel struggle in school?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How is the mysterious young man in Stuttgart described when the reader sees him for the first time?

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

4. How did Erik Vandenberg's widow respond when Hans Hubermann came knocking at her door?

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

6. Why was Hans Hubermann asked to stay behind while the rest of his troop was sent in to battle in France during WWI?

7. Where do Hans and Rosa hide Max in their house?

8. Whose name is written on the inside covers of the books kept in Frau Hermann's library?

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

10. How does Max escape from Stuttgard after the war breaks out?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Both Liesel and Hans have an artistic talent that brings peace to stressful situations. First, describe both Liesel and Hans' talents. Then, describe at least one situation when these characters use their artistic skill in the attempts to calm a crowd. What is the effect of their attempts?

Essay Topic 2

Ilsa Hermann is a woman devastated by loss in her life. First, explain the loss Ilsa Hermann experiences. Then, describe how she attempts to cope with this loss. How does the loss in Ilsa Hermann's life affect her relationship with Liesel?

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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