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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 the following adjectives best describes Rosa Hubermann?

2. At which holiday does Liesel finish reading "The Gravedigger's Handbook"?

3. How long do Liesel and Rudy work with the gang leader before he moves away?

4. What does Rosa do for a living?

5. Which of the following tools does Max use to keep records of his emotions in the journal?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How was Max Vandenberg treated by his schoolmates as a child?

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

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

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

6. How did Erik Vandenberg's widow respond when Hans Hubermann came knocking at her door?

7. Why is Liesel in a train at the opening of the novel?

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

9. How does Liesel celebrate her first Christmas with Hans and Rosa?

10. How do the citizens of Molching decide to celebrate the birthday of the Fueher?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When WWII broke out, the economy in Munich was devastated. First, describe how the Hubermann and Steiner families were directly affected by the failing economy. Then, describe how each family managed to pick themselves up by their bootstraps and survive while surrounded by the abject poverty around them.

Essay Topic 2

At the closing of the novel, Liesel has penned a book of her own. First, describe the book Liesel writes. What message does the book send to readers? After being separated from the book for most of her life, how is the book finally returned to Liesel? What does she learn about the message of her text upon its return? From Liesel's perspective, do you think the book she authored was a success? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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