Kirsti's Unexpected Encounter - Chapter Analysis
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What does Mama do to comfort Ellen?

  • She tells Ella that her hair is beautiful. (correct)
  • She tells Ellen that her hair is like her father's.
  • She tells Ellen that she will find a way to help her.
  • She tells Ellen they should've had lighter hair.

    • Why does Papa think that the soldiers wouldn't stay long at their house?

  • He thinks the soldiers would be tired and looking to rest.
  • He believes there would not be anyone to hide. (correct)
  • He believes they would not find anything out of place.
  • He thinks the soldiers would not have time to look around their house.

    • What does Mama ask as they arrive near their house?

  • To go to the store and bring back some food.
  • To bring her a glass of water.
  • To run ahead and inform Uncle Henrik.
  • To run ahead to tell the house they are back home. (correct)

    • What does Annemarie notice as they travel along the coast?

    <p>The trees and sky passing in a blur. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mama say about the air when they arrive?

    <p>It reminds her of her childhood. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the weather like when they arrive?

    <p>Cool and breezy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Ellen worried about her dark hair?

    <p>She thinks it will attract unwanted attention. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event has just happened before this excerpt?

    <p>They have been hiding from the soldiers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Kirsti's Unexpected Encounter

    • Kirsti, ignoring her mother, greeted a soldier, intending to introduce Ellen and acknowledge New Year's.
    • Instead, Kirsti announced her visit to Uncle Henrik and her new shoes.
    • The soldier chuckled, moving on.

    Journey to Uncle Henrik's

    • Annemarie and her mother traveled north by train.
    • The journey was described as a blur of trees, the Baltic Sea, and a cloudy sky.
    • Mama noted the fresh, salty air.
    • The path to Uncle Henrik's house took them through woods and a meadow with cows.
    • Annemarie desired to be the first to see the house and to announce the arrival to Uncle Henrik.
    • Mama suggested that Annemarie share that they'd brought a friend.

    Worries About Ellen

    • Papa expressed concern about the family's secrecy due to the presence of suspicious individuals.
    • Ellen felt self-conscious about her dark hair, worrying it had attracted undue attention.
    • Mama reassured Ellen about her hair's beauty.
    • Ellen and Annmarie found comfort in family reminiscences, specifically of Lise, for the first time in three years.

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    Explore the key events and character interactions in this chapter about Kirsti and Annemarie's journey to Uncle Henrik's house. Understand the underlying concerns regarding secrecy and friendship depicted through their encounter. This quiz will help you analyze character motivations and themes.

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