The Book Thief: Quiz on Parts 1-3

Who is the main character in "The Book Thief"?

• Max Vandenburg

• Liesel Meminger

• Rudy Steiner

• Hans Hubermann

What is the primary setting of "The Book Thief"?

• Paris, France

• Munich, Germany

• Molching, Germany

• Berlin, Germany

Which character is known for painting over Mein Kampf?

• Hans Hubermann

• Rosa Hubermann

• Max Vandenburg

• Rudy Steiner

Summarize the key event that happens when Liesel steals her first book.

• Liesel steals a book from a library.

• Liesel steals a book from a book burning.

• Liesel steals a book from a graveyard.

• Liesel steals a book from a bookstore.

What theme is represented by Liesel's act of book thievery?

• Friendship

• Rebellion against oppression

• Love

• Fear

Describe the motif of colors in "The Book Thief."

• Colors represent the changing seasons.

• Colors symbolize the emotions of the characters.

• Colors are used to describe the weather.

• Colors are used to describe the setting.

Why does Hans Hubermann help Max Vandenburg?

• He wants to defy the Nazis.

• He owes Max's family a debt.

• He is forced to by the government.

• He wants to impress Liesel.

Analyze why Liesel is drawn to books.

• She wants to become a writer.

• Books remind her of her mother.

• Books provide an escape from her reality.

• She wants to impress Rudy.

Make an inference about why Rudy Steiner idolizes Jesse Owens.

• Rudy wants to be a famous athlete.

• Rudy admires Jesse Owens' defiance of racial barriers.

• Rudy wants to move to America.

• Rudy is interested in running.

Compare Liesel's perspective on the war with that of Hans Hubermann.

• Liesel is indifferent, while Hans is supportive of the war.

• Liesel is fearful, while Hans is indifferent.

• Liesel is curious, while Hans is critical of the war.

• Liesel is supportive, while Hans is fearful.