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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. How does Hans learn that he has been accepted in the Nazi party?

2. How does Michael Holtzapfel die?

3. What confession does Rudy make to Liesel when they run away from home together?

4. What does Liesel steal from the mayor's house the first time she breaks in?

5. What does the Hitler Youth leader use to cut Rudy's hair in the middle of the street?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Rudy react to the physical he is forced to undergo at the Nazi school?

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

3. How does Liesel come to own a Dictionary and Thesaurus?

4. What fear does Rosa have if Max were to die?

5. What happens when Frau Hermann finally confronts Liesel about stealing from her library?

6. What happens when Liesel sees Max being marched through town with a Jewish prisoner parade?

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

8. What secret code do Liesel and Rosa concoct to communicate about Max in public?

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

10. Why do two men from the Nazi party suddenly show up at Rudy's home to speak with his parents?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Hans' relationship with his children is one that haunts him throughout his entire life. First, describe the relationship Hans has with his son, Hans Jr. Then, compare / contrast that to the relationship he has with Liesel. In your opinion, which relationship has a deeper impact on Hans' view of the world? How can you tell?

Essay Topic 3

Many characters in this novel suffer from recurring nightmares. Choose two characters who suffer from nightmares and describe the visions they have. How do these recurring nightmares affect the way these characters interact with the world and each other?

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