The Devil's Arithmetic

What is "The Devil's Arithmetic"?

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Explain how Hannah changes from the beginning to the end. Include evidence (words, actions, reactions)

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The Devil's Arithmetic is

• the number of new Jews that arrive every day at the camp.

• the adding and subtracting of the processed and those that are left; one more day alive.

• the difference between the amount of food served and the amount left to clean up.

• all of these.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which of the following describes the overall tone of this novel?

• angry, mysterious, and harsh

• festive, anxious, and encouraging

• profound, revealing, and hopeful

• melancholy, humorous, and sarcastic

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What is a major theme presented in Chapters 1-14 of "The Devil's Arithmetic"?

• The importance of technology in modern society.

• The impact of friendship on personal growth.

• The significance of remembering historical events.

• The role of magic in everyday life.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

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Summarize the plot development from Chapters 1 to 7 in "The Devil's Arithmetic."

• Hannah travels back in time and begins to understand the hardships of the past.

• Hannah remains in the present, learning about history through books.

• The story focuses on Hannah's school life and her disinterest in history.

• Hannah and her family move to a new city to escape their past.

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What is the main setting of 'The Devil's Arithmetic'?

• A concentration camp during World War II

• A futuristic city

• A magical kingdom

• A small American town

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Who is the protagonist of 'The Devil's Arithmetic'?

• Hannah Stern

• Chaya Abramowicz

• Rivka

• Gitl

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What literary device is primarily used when Hannah travels back in time?

• Flashback

• Foreshadowing

• Metaphor

• Irony

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What is the significance of the title 'The Devil's Arithmetic'?

• It refers to the mathematical calculations of survival in the camp.

• It is a metaphor for the protagonist's school struggles.

• It describes a game played by the characters.

• It is the name of a book within the story.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

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