Devil's Arithmetic Chapters 12-14

Front

What happens to Hannah and the others at the beginning of Chapter 12?

Back

Their heads are shaved.

Front

What were the new camp people told about their bowls?

Back

It was important to keep their bowls because without them they could not eat.

Front

Where do the children younger than 14 go when the commander comes to inspect?

Back

They hide in the 'midden' (garbage dump).

Front

What realization does Hannah have about the dress she was wearing to the wedding?

Back

She should have not called the dress a 'rag.'

Front

What is the name of the new girl Hannah meets in Chapter 13?

Back

Rivka.

Front

What is the significance of the shaving of heads in the camp?

Back

It symbolizes the loss of identity and dehumanization of the individuals.

Front

Why is it important for the new camp people to keep their bowls?

Back

Without their bowls, they could not eat, highlighting the scarcity and importance of basic necessities.

Front

What does Hannah's memory of the wedding dress represent?

Back

It represents her connection to her past life and the changes she is experiencing.

Front

How do the children react to the commander's inspection?

Back

They hide to protect themselves from being noticed and potentially harmed.

Front

What does the term 'midden' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

It refers to a garbage dump where the children hide.