Number the Stars Chapter 13 Quiz

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What happened to Mama on the return trip?

Mama fell and broke her ankle.

What did Annemarie find in the grass?

the package Peter gave Mr. Rosen

Where was Annemarie going to hide the package?

in a lunch basket

Which story did Annemarie think of as she raced to the boat?

Little Red Riding Hood Signup and view all the answers

How did Little Red Riding Hood help Annemarie?

it kept her mind busy so she wouldn't be afraid Signup and view all the answers

What did Annemarie like to eat in late summer?

blueberries Signup and view all the answers

After Annemarie left the woods what did she see on the path?

soldiers and dogs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main conflict in Ch. 13-14 and how is it resolved?

The packet Peter gave Mr. Rosen slips from his pocket when he tripped on his way out and Annemarie must deliver it to Uncle Henrik. Signup and view all the answers

How did Annemarie act when the soldiers stopped her?

like a silly little girl Signup and view all the answers

What did the soldiers give to the dogs?

bread Signup and view all the answers

What did the soldiers expect to see at the bottom of the basket?

meat Signup and view all the answers

What was in the package at the bottom of the basket?

handkerchief Signup and view all the answers

How did Henrik react to getting the package?

relieved Signup and view all the answers

What did Annemarie do when she returned to the farmhouse?

milked Blossom Signup and view all the answers

How did Henrik carry the Rosen's to Sweden without others noticing them?

Henrik put the Rosen's in a secret compartment on his boat. Signup and view all the answers

According to Uncle Henrik, what was on the handkerchief?

a chemical that keeps the dogs from smelling Signup and view all the answers

From which point of view is Number the Stars written?

third person limited Signup and view all the answers

When did the war end?

two years later Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Peter?

Peter was executed by the Germans Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Germans kill Lise?

Lise was in the Resistance. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Annemarie hide Ellen's necklace?

in her sister's wedding trunk Signup and view all the answers

How long did the Germans occupy Denmark?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

Who was G.F. Duckwitz?

a German who warned the Jewish community about relocation Signup and view all the answers

How many Jews lived in Denmark?

7000 Signup and view all the answers

According to the afterword, what was on the handkerchief?

rabbits blood and cocaine Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Events in Chapter 13

Mama fell and broke her ankle on the return trip.
Annemarie discovered the package Peter had given Mr. Rosen in the grass.

Annemarie's Actions

Planned to hide the package in a lunch basket.
Thought of Little Red Riding Hood while racing to the boat for distraction from fear.
Acted like a silly little girl when stopped by soldiers, which helped her remain calm.

Encounters and Challenges

Saw soldiers and dogs on the path after leaving the woods.
Soldiers fed bread to the dogs, expecting to find meat at the bottom of her basket.
The package contained a handkerchief, not meat, which surprised the soldiers.

Resolution of Conflict

Main conflict arises when Peter’s package slips from his pocket; Annemarie takes on the responsibility to deliver it to Uncle Henrik.
Uncle Henrik felt relieved upon receiving the package.

Life on the Farm

Annemarie returned to the farmhouse and milked Blossom after her ordeal.

Escape and Secrecy

Henrik transported the Rosens to Sweden discreetly via a secret compartment in his boat.
The handkerchief contained a chemical to mask scents from dogs, ensuring safe passage.

Perspectives and Historical Context

The story is written from a third person limited point of view.
Denmark was occupied by the Germans for five years, during which 7,000 Jews lived there.

Outcomes and Repercussions

War concluded two years after the events, leading to Peter's execution by Germans for his involvement in the Resistance.
Lise was killed because she was part of the Resistance.
Annemarie hid Ellen's necklace in her sister's wedding trunk for safekeeping.

Important Figures

G.F. Duckwitz was a German who alerted the Jewish community about impending relocation.

Afterword Insights

Afterword reveals that the handkerchief contained rabbit's blood and cocaine, illustrating the desperate measures taken for survival.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 13 from 'Number the Stars'. This quiz covers key events and character actions, such as Mama's injury and Annemarie's decisions. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of the story.