Number The Stars Chapter 6 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'tentatively' mean?

unsure

What does 'distorted' mean?

mixed; unreadable; messed up

What does 'exasperation' mean?

annoyed; fed up

Why were the girls kept home from school after the visit by the German soldiers?

They were kept home because the Germans were probably checking for Jews there too. Signup and view all the answers

What made Annemarie realize that her father was speaking in code to her uncle, what was their conversation really about?

They were talking about cigarettes but there hadn't been some in a while. Their conversation was really about Ellen. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Mrs. Johansen, Annemarie, Kristi, and Ellen travel? Why didn't Mr. Johansen go with them?

They traveled to visit Mrs. Johansen's brother. If Mr. Johansen had gone, it would have looked suspicious. Signup and view all the answers

Compare the area around Uncle Henrik's farm in Gilleleje to the Johansen's apartment in Copenhagen.

The area around Henrik's farm is out in the country. Their apartment was in the city. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Annemarie scared when the soldiers questioned them on the train?

She was scared Kristi was going to blurt out that Ellen was Jewish. Signup and view all the answers

Why did they travel to Uncle Henrik's house?

It was the only place where soldiers wouldn't look for a Jewish girl. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Terms

Tentatively: Indicates uncertainty or hesitation.
Distorted: Refers to something that is mixed up, unreadable, or altered from its original form.
Exasperation: Describes a state of annoyance or frustration.

German Occupation and Schooling

Girls were kept home from school due to the German soldiers' visit, fearing they might be checking for Jewish students.

Parental Communication

Annemarie recognized her father's coded conversation with her uncle was about Ellen, despite the pretense of discussing cigarettes that were unavailable.

Travel Arrangements

Mrs. Johansen, along with Annemarie, Kristi, and Ellen, traveled to visit Mrs. Johansen's brother, while Mr. Johansen stayed behind to avoid drawing attention.

Comparison of Locations

Uncle Henrik's farm in Gillelege contrasts sharply with the Johansen's city apartment in Copenhagen; the farm is rural and secluded, whereas the apartment is urban and more exposed.

Tension During Travel

Annemarie felt anxious during the soldiers' inspection on the train, particularly worried that her sister Kristi might inadvertently reveal Ellen's Jewish identity.

Escape to Safety

They chose Uncle Henrik's house as a refuge because it was a safe location where soldiers were unlikely to search for hidden Jewish individuals.

Description

Test your vocabulary and comprehension of Chapter 6 from 'Number the Stars'. This quiz includes key terms and important questions about the chapter's events. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding and retention of the material!