Number The Stars - Chapter 1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'civilized' mean?

Ignorant

Polite and well mannered (correct)

Wilderness

Rude and crude

What does 'residential' refer to?

For commercial use

An industrial area

Designed for people to live in (correct)

A place for entertainment

What is a 'rucksack'?

A bag with shoulder straps

What is a 'Nazi'?

A member of the National Socialist German Workers Party Signup and view all the answers

What does 'incident' mean?

An event or occurrence Signup and view all the answers

What does 'resistance' mean?

Armed or violent opposition Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sabotage' mean?

Deliberately destroy, damage or obstruct something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'impassive' mean?

Not feeling or showing emotion Signup and view all the answers

What does 'politely' mean?

Using good manners Signup and view all the answers

What does 'obstinate' mean?

Holding stubbornly to one's own ideas or purposes; unwilling to change Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'hoodlum'?

A person who commits criminal acts Signup and view all the answers

What does 'humorous' mean?

Having the character or quality of humor; funny Signup and view all the answers

What does 'stocky' mean?

Short, solid, and sturdy in build Signup and view all the answers

What does 'lanky' mean?

Tall, thin, and lean in build Signup and view all the answers

What does 'stern' mean?

Strict and serious Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sulking' mean?

Looking sad Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sneering' mean?

Mocking or making fun of Signup and view all the answers

What does 'scowling' mean?

Making an angry face Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ration' mean?

To limit an amount given (as with food in Chapter 1) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Danish Resistance movement'?

Danish men and women willing to secretly fight back against the Nazi soldiers Signup and view all the answers

Who is Annemarie Johansen?

The ten-year-old heroine of the story; a Christian living in Denmark during the Nazi occupation Signup and view all the answers

Who is Ellen Rosen?

Annemarie's best friend, a Jewish girl living in Denmark during the Nazi occupation Signup and view all the answers

Who is Kirsti?

Annemarie's spirited and outspoken five-year-old sister Signup and view all the answers

'Halte' means what in German?

Stop Signup and view all the answers

What does 'residential' also mean?

Made up of homes or apartments Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Resistance'?

A group of people determined to secretly bring the Nazis to an end Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sabotage' refer to?

To intentionally disrupt or damage Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary and Definitions

Civilized: Describes behavior that is polite and well mannered.
Residential: Pertains to areas designed for people to live in, including homes and apartments.
Rucksack: A type of bag that has shoulder straps, commonly used for carrying supplies.
Nazi: Refers to a member of the National Socialist German Workers Party, associated with the regime in Germany during WWII.
Incident: An event or occurrence that is noteworthy or significant.
Resistance: Represents armed or violent opposition against occupying forces, particularly the Nazis.
Sabotage: The act of deliberately destroying, damaging, or obstructing something, often in a military context.
Impassive: Describes a state of not feeling or showing emotion, often adopted in tense situations.
Politely: Adverb form of showing good manners in behavior.
Obstinate: Characterizes someone who stubbornly holds onto their own ideas or purposes, resisting change.
Hoodlum: A person who engages in criminal acts, often associated with gangs.
Humorous: Describes something that has the quality of being funny or entertaining.
Stocky: Refers to a short, solid, and sturdy body build.
Lanky: Describes someone who is tall, thin, and lean in build, often appearing awkward.
Stern: Indicates a strict and serious demeanor, often used to describe authority figures.
Sulking: The act of looking sad or brooding, often in response to disappointment.
Sneering: Involves mocking or ridiculing someone, indicating disdain or contempt.
Scowling: The action of making an angry or displeased facial expression.

Character Profiles

Annemarie Johansen: The ten-year-old heroine; a Christian girl living in Nazi-occupied Denmark, who navigates challenges with courage.
Ellen Rosen: Annemarie's best friend; a Jewish girl facing the dangers of Nazi persecution in Denmark.
Kirsti: Annemarie's spirited five-year-old sister who displays boldness and fearlessness towards soldiers.

Historical Context

Nazi Occupation: Refers to the period when Denmark was under the control of Nazi Germany, significantly affecting the day-to-day lives of its citizens.
Danish Resistance Movement: A group comprising men and women dedicated to secretly opposing Nazi forces through various forms of non-compliance and guerilla tactics.

Key Terms

"Halte": The German command for "stop," reflecting the military presence and authority during the occupation.
Ration: The act of limiting the amount of food or supplies distributed, which was a common experience during wartime shortages.

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