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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. Which of her belongings does Liesel bring into the bomb shelter with her during air raids?

2. Where are Liesel and her family expected to hide out during the air raid drills?

3. In what German city is Hans stationed during the war?

4. Which of the following characters does NOT try to bully Frau Holtzapfel into the air raid shelter when she refuses to go?

5. What does Liesel bring into Max's room on Christmas Eve?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Hans paid for the work he does during the summer of 1942?

2. How does Hans narrowly avoid death during the second World War?

3. What relationship does Liesel have with the book "The Whistler"?

4. How does Michael Holtzapfel die?

5. Why does Liesel angrily shout at Frau Hermann in the library of her house?

6. What happens when Viktor Chemmel steals the book Liesel is reading?

7. What is "The Word Shaker"?

8. Why does Liesel bring snow into the basement during winter?

9. Why is Max forced to leave the Hubermann house?

10. How does the Hubermann family react during the first air raid drill of the year?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Rudy's experience within the Hitler Youth Organization was one that haunted him throughout his entire life. First, describe Rudy's initial experiences with the Hitler Youth Organization. Then, explain why Rudy was forced to switch groups at various times throughout his Nazi career. Finally, explain what skill Rudy exhibited, and how the Hitler Youth Organization responded to his unexpected skill.

Essay Topic 3

Zusak chooses a very interesting narrator in the voice of Death. First, describe at least two scenes in which Death visits with Liesel. What does the reader learn about Death, and Liesel's relationship with him during these interactions? Do you think Death was an effective narrator for this novel? Why or why not?

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