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Considering the socio-political context of Nazi-occupied Denmark, what is the MOST likely underlying reason for the German soldier's inquiry regarding Annemarie's academic performance?
Considering the socio-political context of Nazi-occupied Denmark, what is the MOST likely underlying reason for the German soldier's inquiry regarding Annemarie's academic performance?
- A reflection of the soldier's personal experience with education and a subconscious desire to connect with Annemarie on a common ground, thus mitigating the tension of the encounter.
- An attempt to ascertain Annemarie's familiarity with subversive materials disguised as schoolbooks, indicative of resistance activities amongst Danish youth.
- A genuine interest in the educational standards within occupied territories and a desire to identify academically gifted students for potential recruitment into German institutions.
- A calculated psychological tactic intended to create a facade of benign authority, masking the underlying intimidation and control exerted by the occupying forces. (correct)
Given Annemarie's internal monologue urging herself not to talk so much, what sophisticated cognitive strategy is she employing to navigate the encounter with the German soldiers?
Given Annemarie's internal monologue urging herself not to talk so much, what sophisticated cognitive strategy is she employing to navigate the encounter with the German soldiers?
- Emotional suppression: Consciously inhibiting overt displays of fear to project an image of compliance and reduce the likelihood of escalating the situation.
- Cognitive restructuring: Actively reframing the encounter in her mind as a routine interaction, thereby minimizing the perceived threat and maintaining composure.
- Behavioral mimicry: Subtly mirroring the soldiers' demeanor to establish a superficial rapport, aiming to disarm them and reduce their perceived need for assertiveness.
- Strategic communication: Carefully modulating her responses to provide only necessary information while concealing any details that could arouse suspicion or reveal resistance affiliations. (correct)
Analyzing the subtle nuances of the narrative, what does the shopkeeper's retreat into the shadows MOST likely signify within the broader context of resistance and collaboration in Nazi-occupied Copenhagen?
Analyzing the subtle nuances of the narrative, what does the shopkeeper's retreat into the shadows MOST likely signify within the broader context of resistance and collaboration in Nazi-occupied Copenhagen?
- An altruistic gesture intended to protect Annemarie from further scrutiny by diverting the soldiers' attention and creating an opportunity for her to escape.
- An act of overt defiance, signaling solidarity with Annemarie and a willingness to openly confront the occupying forces despite potential repercussions.
- A calculated maneuver to evade implication in any perceived transgression, thus safeguarding the shopkeeper's business interests and ensuring survival under occupation. (correct)
- A manifestation of internalized fear and resignation, reflecting the pervasive atmosphere of oppression and the perceived futility of resistance against the occupying forces.
Considering the socio-linguistic implications of the German soldier's broken Danish, what critical insight does Annemarie's contemptuous thought—"Three years... and still they can't speak our language"—reveal about the dynamics of occupation and resistance?
Considering the socio-linguistic implications of the German soldier's broken Danish, what critical insight does Annemarie's contemptuous thought—"Three years... and still they can't speak our language"—reveal about the dynamics of occupation and resistance?
Given the historical backdrop of World War II and Nazi occupation policies, what intricate rationale underpins the German soldiers' decision to allow Annemarie and Ellen to continue on their way, despite the initial suspicion and interrogation?
Given the historical backdrop of World War II and Nazi occupation policies, what intricate rationale underpins the German soldiers' decision to allow Annemarie and Ellen to continue on their way, despite the initial suspicion and interrogation?
Considering the socio-political climate of Denmark during the Nazi occupation, which of the following best encapsulates the strategic importance of King Christian X's daily rides, as perceived by the Danish populace and subtly undermined by the occupying forces?
Considering the socio-political climate of Denmark during the Nazi occupation, which of the following best encapsulates the strategic importance of King Christian X's daily rides, as perceived by the Danish populace and subtly undermined by the occupying forces?
Given the context of the story, what is the most profound implication behind the boy's statement, 'All of Denmark is his bodyguard,' considering the historical realities of resistance movements and national identity?
Given the context of the story, what is the most profound implication behind the boy's statement, 'All of Denmark is his bodyguard,' considering the historical realities of resistance movements and national identity?
Considering the narrative's emphasis on familial bonds and personal sacrifices, how does Lise's memory and her absence function as a thematic element in understanding Annemarie's evolving sense of duty and courage within the context of wartime Denmark?
Considering the narrative's emphasis on familial bonds and personal sacrifices, how does Lise's memory and her absence function as a thematic element in understanding Annemarie's evolving sense of duty and courage within the context of wartime Denmark?
In the narrative, Mama's crocheting of Lise's trousseau subtly contrasts with the encroaching wartime reality. What deeper meaning can be derived from this juxtaposition, particularly considering the impending disruption of domestic life and traditions by the Nazi occupation?
In the narrative, Mama's crocheting of Lise's trousseau subtly contrasts with the encroaching wartime reality. What deeper meaning can be derived from this juxtaposition, particularly considering the impending disruption of domestic life and traditions by the Nazi occupation?
Given Annemarie's innocent question to Papa, 'Sometimes I wonder why the king wasn't able to protect us,' how does this query implicitly challenge the idealized perception of leadership and national sovereignty under occupation, and what does it reveal about Annemarie's emerging understanding of power dynamics?
Given Annemarie's innocent question to Papa, 'Sometimes I wonder why the king wasn't able to protect us,' how does this query implicitly challenge the idealized perception of leadership and national sovereignty under occupation, and what does it reveal about Annemarie's emerging understanding of power dynamics?
Flashcards
Østerbrogade
Østerbrogade
The main street in Annemarie's neighborhood in Copenhagen.
"Halte!"
"Halte!"
German for "Halt!" or "Stop!"
"The Giraffe"
"The Giraffe"
The name Annemarie and Ellen secretly call one of the German soldiers because of his height.
Soldier Interrogation
Soldier Interrogation
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Occupation Length
Occupation Length
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Who did the German soldier ask about?
Who did the German soldier ask about?
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What was Denmark's population's response to protecting the king?
What was Denmark's population's response to protecting the king?
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What is a trousseau?
What is a trousseau?
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Who is Lise?
Who is Lise?
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What happened shortly after the war began in Denmark?
What happened shortly after the war began in Denmark?
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Study Notes
Why Are You Running?
- Annemarie and Ellen are racing each other when they are stopped by German soldiers.
- The soldier questions Annemarie about why she is running.
- "The Giraffe" is the nickname Annemarie and Ellen have given to one of the soldiers.
- The soldier asks to see inside Annemarie's backpack.
- Later that day, Kirsti tells Annemarie's mother that the soldier poked Annemarie's bag and grabbed her hair.
- Mrs. Rosen and Mrs. Johansen are having coffee, instead of real coffee, they drink hot water with herbs.
- Mrs. Johansen mentions the Resistance and their acts of sabotage against the Nazis like bombing factories.
- Mrs. Rosen is afraid of being remembered by the soldiers, due to their faces being recognised.
- Mrs. Johansen says, "When the soldiers leave" indicating that the joy in their lives come when the war ends.
Who Is the Man Who Rides Past?
- Kirsti asks Annemarie to tell her a fairy tale.
- Annemarie tells a story about a king and queen.
- Annemarie thinks about Christian X, King of Denmark in Copenhagen.
- Annemarie recalls a story about a German soldier asking about the King.
- A boy answers: "All of Denmark is his bodyguard."
- The story moves to Lise and Peter getting married.
- A discussion ensues about why the king didn't fight the Nazis.
- Papa says it is because they are too small of a country and would lose.
- Lise died in an accident, two weeks before her wedding.
- Peter, Lise's fiancé, stopped singing nonsense songs.
- Papa became very tired and defeated.
- Annemarie whispers, completing the tail, about living "happily ever after".
Where Is Mrs. Hirsch?
- Annemarie and Ellen take a longer route to school to avoid soldiers.
- There is no fuel for homes in Copenhagen, and the winter nights are terribly cold
- Electricity is rationed so candles are used at night.
- Annemarie needs a button for Kirsti's jacket.
- Mrs. Hirsch's shop is closed with a padlock and a German sign on it.
- Annemarie saw the Hirsch family on Saturday before their shop closed.
- No one in Copenhagen vacations at the seashore, but no one says there is a different reason to Kirsti.
- Mama is troubled the sign was in German and had a swastika.
- Peter visits unexpectedly after curfew.
- Peter brought two seashells for Annemarie and Kirsti.
- He brought two bottles of beer for her parents.
- Peter tells them the Germans are closing stores run by Jews.
- Annemarie realizes the Rosens are Jewish, too.
- Peter says to keep an eye on Ellen and stay away from the soldiers.
- Papa says that all of Denmark must be bodyguard for the Jews.
- Annemarie remembers her father saying that he would die for the King.
- Annemarie is glad to be an ordinary person who would never be called upon for courage.
It Will Be a Long Night
- Annemarie and Ellen are playing with paper dolls while Mama is out shopping with Kirsti.
- Kirsti is upset about having to wear fish shoes. Fish skin shoes are being made because there's no more leather.
- The Rosens have a jar of black ink so Ellen will ask her father to make them black.
- Kirsti did not want anyone to know hey are fish shoes as she puts them on a chair.
- The girls invite Kirsti to play and tell her they are playing Gone With the Wind and going to a ball.
- Ellen suggests they go to Tivoli.
- Annemarie is reminded that Tivoli Gardens was closed because the German occupation forces burned part of it.
- Kirsti argues that she remembers fireworks for her birthday.
- Annemarie remembers the navy fleet being destroyed and calling it a birthday celebration for Kirsti.
- Ellen has to help with housecleaning for Thursday on New Year.
- Annemarie had never Jewish New year and asks Kirsti why their New Year also.
- Mrs. Rosen knocks on their door but doesn't come in.
- Mama tells them Ellen will visit them for a few days b/c their plans have changed and their parents is visiting relatives.
- Mama tells Kirsti she will sleep with them tonight.
- Mama had made a lovely dinner large enough for second helpings all around, that she was able to accomplish the food through what Rosen sent
- But was not that night was not full of laughter and talk only was unaware the quiet tension in the room.
- "Whats is it, What happens, it will be protect you "What's Happening!" Annemarie asked the Synagogue that the Rabbi told his Congregation that all the Nazis have made the Synagogue lists of all the Jews. Where live of course the Roses where on the list
Who Is the Dark-Haired One?
- Ellen asks nervously if they really think anyone will come and Annemarie says of course not and they are just trying the scare her
- Ellen feels acting that one if they really do come will give her time to do it
- Annemarie remember how bad Ellen was as dark the dark Queen
- Ellen sat in the bed and asked them if her thought so
- How did your sister die? asked Ellen
- I Don't know exactilcy said Anne Marie but they were and had to tel her about the accident
Is the Weather Good for Fishing?
- Papa said them to do and that they are us picous now and they are the good friends to the Rosen
- I'm Sorry! murmed Ellen because my that mean to suspicious.
- Mama quickiy and tok Ellen and said them that their
- We must take the girls to Henrik's the that day
- Anna Maria Heard what papa have to say to Henrik "is the weather good for fishing"
The House by the Sea
- Ellen said that the house was beautiful Mama move that they were lucky and said, If u don't think so, you two are not with good luck I took down to sea and said but didn't tell anyone
There Has Been a Death
- But as well in a little time as she could heard
- Kirst offer and new habits
Why Are You Lying?
- Awwwww... that a why from told him he the
Let Us Open The Casket
- Your all her said looking
- Ana stand wide way looking in room now baby
- Peter stand alone leaning for with his elbows on his
Will We See You Again Soon, Peter?
- Ellen
- Peter, his arms with old
Where Was Mama?
- and then
Run! As Fast As You Can!
- Here now this and do for help mama
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Explore the dynamics of Nazi-occupied Denmark through questions analyzing the behavior of soldiers. The quiz explores resistance, collaboration, occupation, and socio-political contexts. Questions probe cognitive strategies within historical events.
