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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. What inanimate object does Max credit with saving his life?

2. How does the mysterious young man get into the Hubermann household?

3. Upon arriving safely to the Hubermann household, how long does Max sleep, uninterrupted?

4. What is the name of the street where Liesel lives with the Hubermann family?

5. To which German city is Liesel being relocated by the foster care system?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Max greeted by the Hubermann family when he arrives on their doorstep?

2. Why is the relationship between Hans and Hans Jr. strained?

3. How does Liesel react when she realizes the mayor's wife saw her steal the book from the bonfire?

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

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

6. How does Liesel fare during her first few weeks of school in Munich?

7. How do the Hubermann and Steiner families stretch the food they have during the recession so no one goes hungry?

8. How do Hans and Rosa react when Liesel asks for permission to write letters home to her mother?

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

10. What happens to Liesel's younger brother while he is on the train at the opening of the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

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

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?

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