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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Leaving - the Witch (pp.256-297).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Hansel so worried about Gretel's madness?
(a) The Germans take crazy people to the camps.
(b) The Germans kill crazy people.
(c) Magda might want to throw them out.
(d) He does not want to be the responsible one.

2. Why did Gretel look all around them before they got out of the pile of leaves?
(a) Gretel was making sure there wasn't anyone around.
(b) Gretel was admiring the snow.
(c) Gretel was looking for footprints.
(d) Gretel was afraid someone heard them.

3. What is the Hour of the Wolf?
(a) The time when the wolves are out hunting.
(b) It is when the moon begins to set.
(c) The wolves can be caught during that specific hour.
(d) The darkest, often hopeless moment before dawn.

4. How does the Major honor Gretel during her first visit to the village?
(a) He gives her a candy.
(b) He allows her to have a ration card.
(c) He allows her to pass out sugar.
(d) He says she is almost mannered.

5. How is Gretel's age disguised in the photograph?
(a) Gretel's hair is in pigtails.
(b) Gretel's face is blurred.
(c) Gretel blinks.
(d) Gretel wears younger clothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the Major take a liking to Gretel when she is first brought to the village?

2. Where do Hansel and Gretel hide for two weeks?

3. How do the village men determine who will save the children?

4. What kind gesture does the farmer have for the children?

5. What does the Menorah signify?

(see the answer key)

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