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What does the story about King Christian X riding his horse, Jubilee, primarily emphasize?
What does the story about King Christian X riding his horse, Jubilee, primarily emphasize?
- The king's wealth and power compared to the common people.
- The advanced military strategies employed by the Danish during World War II.
- The personal and accessible nature of the king and his connection to the Danish people. (correct)
- The strict protocols and security measures surrounding the king's daily routine.
The German soldier's question about King Christian X's bodyguard primarily reveals what?
The German soldier's question about King Christian X's bodyguard primarily reveals what?
- The soldier's genuine concern for the King's safety.
- The soldier's profound respect for the Danish monarchy.
- The soldier's intention to assassinate the King.
- The soldier's misunderstanding of the relationship between the king and his people. (correct)
How does the story of King Christian X contrast with the typical portrayal of kings in fairy tales?
How does the story of King Christian X contrast with the typical portrayal of kings in fairy tales?
- By highlighting his immense wealth and luxurious lifestyle inaccessible to ordinary people.
- By emphasizing his magical powers and ability to control the elements.
- By depicting him as a fearsome warrior leading his troops into battle.
- By portraying him as an ordinary human being with a simple daily routine. (correct)
What is the significance of Annemarie remembering her sister, Lise, taking her to wave to the king?
What is the significance of Annemarie remembering her sister, Lise, taking her to wave to the king?
If the boy had answered the German soldier's question about the bodyguard with, 'He needs no bodyguard because his people are his protection,' what deeper meaning would it convey?
If the boy had answered the German soldier's question about the bodyguard with, 'He needs no bodyguard because his people are his protection,' what deeper meaning would it convey?
Considering the historical context of World War II, why might the story of King Christian X riding without a bodyguard be particularly meaningful for the Danish people?
Considering the historical context of World War II, why might the story of King Christian X riding without a bodyguard be particularly meaningful for the Danish people?
Flashcards
King Christian X
King Christian X
The King of Denmark during World War II, known for his daily horse rides.
Annemarie
Annemarie
A young girl and the narrator of the story who remembers her father's tale.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen
The capital city of Denmark where the king rode daily.
German soldier's question
German soldier's question
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Royal connection
Royal connection
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Papa's story
Papa's story
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Study Notes
The Story of King Christian
- The story centers around King Christian X of Denmark.
- The narrator Annemarie describes a pretend palace as a contrast to the real Amalienborg palace in Copenhagen.
- King Christian was a relatable and kind individual, unlike idealized fairytale kings.
- People in Denmark loved King Christian.
King Christian's Daily Routine
- King Christian rode his horse, Jubilee, through Copenhagen each morning.
- He greeted people as he rode through the city.
- Annemarie and her sister, Lise, watched him from the streets.
- There were times when Lise would take Annemarie to wave to the king, and then he would wave back.
An Encounter with a German Soldier
- A German soldier asked a teenager about the man riding a horse in the morning.
- The teenager identified the man as the King of Denmark.
- The soldier was surprised that he did not know King Christian.
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