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What happened to Mama on the return trip?
What happened to Mama on the return trip?
Mama fell and broke her ankle.
What did Annemarie find in the grass?
What did Annemarie find in the grass?
the package Peter gave Mr. Rosen
Where was Annemarie going to hide the package?
Where was Annemarie going to hide the package?
in a lunch basket
Which story did Annemarie think of as she raced to the boat?
Which story did Annemarie think of as she raced to the boat?
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How did Little Red Riding Hood help Annemarie?
How did Little Red Riding Hood help Annemarie?
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What did Annemarie like to eat in late summer?
What did Annemarie like to eat in late summer?
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After Annemarie left the woods what did she see on the path?
After Annemarie left the woods what did she see on the path?
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What is the main conflict in Ch. 13-14 and how is it resolved?
What is the main conflict in Ch. 13-14 and how is it resolved?
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How did Annemarie act when the soldiers stopped her?
How did Annemarie act when the soldiers stopped her?
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What did the soldiers give to the dogs?
What did the soldiers give to the dogs?
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What did the soldiers expect to see at the bottom of the basket?
What did the soldiers expect to see at the bottom of the basket?
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What was in the package at the bottom of the basket?
What was in the package at the bottom of the basket?
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How did Henrik react to getting the package?
How did Henrik react to getting the package?
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What did Annemarie do when she returned to the farmhouse?
What did Annemarie do when she returned to the farmhouse?
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How did Henrik carry the Rosen's to Sweden without others noticing them?
How did Henrik carry the Rosen's to Sweden without others noticing them?
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According to Uncle Henrik, what was on the handkerchief?
According to Uncle Henrik, what was on the handkerchief?
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From which point of view is Number the Stars written?
From which point of view is Number the Stars written?
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When did the war end?
When did the war end?
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What happened to Peter?
What happened to Peter?
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Why did the Germans kill Lise?
Why did the Germans kill Lise?
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Where did Annemarie hide Ellen's necklace?
Where did Annemarie hide Ellen's necklace?
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How long did the Germans occupy Denmark?
How long did the Germans occupy Denmark?
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Who was G.F. Duckwitz?
Who was G.F. Duckwitz?
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How many Jews lived in Denmark?
How many Jews lived in Denmark?
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According to the afterword, what was on the handkerchief?
According to the afterword, what was on the handkerchief?
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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.
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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.
