Character Analysis Quiz

How does Hannah's character change from the beginning to Chapter 14 in "The Devil's Arithmetic"?

• She becomes less curious about her heritage.

• She becomes more understanding of her Jewish heritage.

• She shows no change in her attitude or understanding.

• She becomes less sympathetic towards others.

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.

Based on the text, what inference can be made about why Hannah is initially reluctant to participate in the Passover Seder?

• She does not understand its significance.

• She is too young to appreciate the traditions.

• She finds it boring and irrelevant.

• She prefers celebrating other holidays.

How do historical events impact the characters in "The Devil's Arithmetic" up to Chapter 14?

• They are indifferent to historical events.

• They are deeply affected and shaped by their historical knowledge.

• They are only slightly aware of historical events.

• They learn about historical events but remain unchanged.

Compare and contrast Hannah's perspective with that of her grandfather in the first 14 chapters.

• Both are equally enthusiastic about Passover.

• Hannah is indifferent, while her grandfather is deeply connected to Passover.

• Both are indifferent to their heritage.

• Hannah is deeply connected, while her grandfather shows little interest.

Summarize the key events that occur in Chapter 5 of "The Devil's Arithmetic."

• Hannah opens the door for Elijah and finds herself in a different time period.

• Hannah goes to school and learns about Jewish history.

• The family finishes the Passover Seder without any unusual events.

• Hannah refuses to participate in the Seder and argues with her parents.

What can be inferred about the setting of the story from the details given in Chapters 1-14?

• It is set in a futuristic society.

• It takes place in a historical and rural setting.

• The setting is a large, modern city.

• It is set in a fantasy world.

How does the author use the characters' perspectives to highlight differences in understanding historical significance?

• By showing all characters with the same level of historical awareness.

• Through varied reactions to the Passover Seder.

• By not addressing historical events at all.

• Through uniform acceptance of historical lessons.

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.

What theme is developed through the interactions between Hannah and the other characters up to Chapter 14?

• The inevitability of technological progress.

• The struggle between good and evil.

• The importance of family and cultural heritage.

• The dominance of nature over humans.