5th Grade Number the Stars Chapter 10 Quiz

Questions and Answers

When does Henrik leave for his boat?

After everyone arrives for his boat.

Why did Annemarie feel a surge of sadness?

If Ellen has moved now into a different world, the world of her own family and whatever lay ahead of them.

What does Annemarie do when her mother tells her to go to bed?

Annemarie shook her head and stays.

What woke Annemarie up?

Headlights shining through the window and a car door slam. Signup and view all the answers

Who pounds on the door during the gathering around the casket at Uncle Henrik's house?

Nazi soldiers. Signup and view all the answers

What question did Annemarie realize the soldier was asking her?

The soldier was asking her who was in the coffin. Signup and view all the answers

What does Annemarie do when the German soldier asks her about who died?

Annemarie lies and says it is 'Great-aunt Birte'. Signup and view all the answers

What does the German soldier ask Mama about the coffin?

Why the coffin is closed. Signup and view all the answers

What reason did Mama give for the casket not being opened?

Great-aunt Birte died of Typhus. Signup and view all the answers

What did the soldier do to Mama for her answer?

The German soldier slapped mom across the face. Signup and view all the answers

What does the German tell Mama not to do until they leave?

Open the casket. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mama shake her head 'no' when Annemarie would have gone to help her?

Annemarie would have gone to help her because there might still be soldiers listening and hearing. Signup and view all the answers

Who reads from the Bible for all those gathered once the German soldiers leave Uncle Henrik's house?

A psalm from the Bible. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter read from the Bible?

A psalm. Signup and view all the answers

What does the psalm talk about which was read to the group gathered at Uncle Henrik's house?

About rebuilding Jerusalem, gathering with the scattered sons of Israel, and numbering the stars. Signup and view all the answers

How does Annemarie see the world during the prayer reading?

Too cold, too big, and too cruel during the prayer reading. Signup and view all the answers

What does Peter announce once the psalm has been read?

'Now. It is time.' Signup and view all the answers

What action does Peter do after the psalm is finished?

Peter first closed the windows and opened the casket. Signup and view all the answers

What is the casket at Uncle Henrik's house filled with?

Stuffed with folded blankets and articles of clothing. Signup and view all the answers

What item from the casket does Peter give to Ellen?

A small winter jacket. Signup and view all the answers

How did Annemarie think Ellen looked in the hand-me-down clothes?

Ellen looked shabby and old. Signup and view all the answers

In what does Mama wrap the baby?

In Kirsti's thick red sweater. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter give the baby and why?

Medicine because he didn't want to take the chance of the baby making too much noise. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Peter tell the group that they will need warm clothes?

They will need warm clothes because it will be a cold trip. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mama give everyone in the group?

A small package: the cheese, bread, and apples Annemarie had helped her prepare in the kitchen hours before. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter give to Mr. Rosen?

Mr. Rosen a packet to give to Mr. Henrik. Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't Peter tell Mr. Rosen what was in the packet?

He might be in danger and or frightened if he saw what was in it. Signup and view all the answers

Who leads the first group of people to the boat?

Peter Neilson. Signup and view all the answers

How long should Mama wait before she takes the second group to Henrik?

20 minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What does Peter tell Mama to do once she has delivered the Rosens to Henrik?

Stay in the shadows and on the back path. Signup and view all the answers

Who was taking them to Sweden?

Peter Neilson and Uncle Henrik. Signup and view all the answers

What is Annemarie's nickname?

'Little Longlegs.' Signup and view all the answers

What do you think is in the casket?

Their future. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Annemarie assume the Rosens will be taken?

They'll be taken to Sweden. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Important Events

Henrik departs for his boat after all guests have arrived.
Annemarie feels sadness thinking Ellen has moved into a different world with her family.
Annemarie resists her mother’s command to go to bed.

Key Incidents

Annemarie awakens to headlights and a car door slamming outside.
Nazi soldiers raid Uncle Henrik's house, pounding on the door during the mourning gathering.
Annemarie realizes a soldier is inquiring about the person in the coffin.

Fabrications and Deceptions

Annemarie lies to the German soldier, claiming the deceased is "Great-aunt Birte."
Mama tells the soldier the coffin is closed for the sake of Typhus, which Aunt Birte supposedly died from.
The soldier reacts violently by slapping Mama after her explanation.

Meeting the Soldiers

The German soldier instructs Mama not to open the casket until after they leave.
Mama warns Annemarie against helping her in case soldiers are still listening.

Rituals and Farewells

After the soldiers leave, a psalm is read from the Bible for those gathered.
The psalm speaks about rebuilding Jerusalem and gathering Israel's scattered children.

Reflections on Reality

Annemarie perceives the world as too cold, big, and cruel during the prayer reading.
Peter announces "Now. It is time," marking a transition to action.

Casket Contents and Distributions

The casket contains folded blankets and clothing, not a body.
Peter gives Ellen a small winter jacket, indicating the need for warmth.
Mama wraps a baby in Kirsti's thick red sweater for protection against the cold.

Survival Preparations

Peter gives the baby medicine to prevent noise during their journey.
Warm clothing is deemed necessary for an impending cold trip.
Mama distributes a small package of bread, cheese, and apples prepared earlier.

Instructions and Leadership

Peter hands Mr. Rosen a packet for Mr. Henrik but doesn't disclose its contents to prevent fear.
Peter Neilson leads the first group of people to the boat for their escape to Sweden.

Timing and Strategy

Mama is instructed to wait 20 minutes before taking the next group to Uncle Henrik.
After delivering the Rosens, Mama is advised to remain hidden along the back path.

Key Characters

Annemarie is affectionately referred to as "little Longlegs."
The casket symbolizes the uncertain future for the characters involved.

Final Thoughts

Annemarie worries that the Rosens will be captured on their way to Sweden.

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Test your understanding of key events and emotions in Chapter 10 of 'Number the Stars'. This quiz focuses on Annemarie's feelings and actions as the story reaches its conclusion. Dive into the nuances of the chapter with these flashcard questions.