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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. During Daniel's third time on a train, and what does he say he feels?

2. At his new camp, where is Daniel put to work?

3. What does the kapo tell Daniel and his father the night they sneak out into the woods?

4. While Daniel's group is marched to the Canada complex, who is just arriving in Auschwitz?

5. According to Rosa, where is Erika?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the train ride symbolize in chapter thirteen?

2. Why does Adam talk about the horrors of Auschwitz in a matter of fact tone?

3. What is the difference between the Americans and the civilians of the Buchenwald in chapter fifteen?

4. Why does Daniel's father weep when he learns that Erika is alive?

5. What purpose does the model SS father serve for the storyline?

6. How do the photographs illustrate the declining conditions for the Jews?

7. How does Passover provide hope for the Jewish people?

8. What is the role of Karl in the story?

9. What is the importance of Peter being attacked by the Polish boys even though the war is over?

10. What is the significance of Daniel telling Adam, "Anything is better than sitting here like a helpless rabbit."?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How do Rosa and Daniel plan to honor Peter's words and his dying wish? How does this reinforce the theme of love and family?

Essay Topic 2

How are the radio, Daniel's camera, and Erika's violin symbols of hope? In what ways do the Jews quietly demonstrate they have hope? Use the text to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

How does Erika use her violin to express her spirit throughout the book? What impact does it have on the overall story and on the family? Use the text to support your answer.

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