Introduction to The Book Thief

Write down whether you agree or disagree with the following statements and briefly explain why.

1. Hitler was especially effective in achieving his goals because:

a. he was a violent murderer

b. he was so persuasive with words

c. the Germans were already racist and cruel

2. Even though the cost of war is huge, it is sometimes the only way to solve a serious conflict.

3. Peer pressure is more powerful than almost any other force.

4. Often a horrible act of cruelty will bring on a beautiful one, or vice versa.