Number the Stars Chapter 6 Questions

Questions and Answers

What lie does Uncle Henrik tell Annemarie?

Uncle Henrik tells her that there will be a funeral.

What experiences caused Annemarie to grow up? Is it different for Ellen?

Annemarie is forced to grow up in order to protect her friend. She is exposed to situations that she knows are not real, and also uncovers the lies. Ellen, on the other hand, is unaware of the false scenarios.

Why is Mrs. Johansen's response to the German soldiers so clever?

Mrs. Johansen's remarks are incredibly clever. She knew once the soldiers heard that Great Aunt Birte died of typhus they would never expose themselves to the disease.

Why are the girls kept home from school after the soldiers visited?

The girls are kept home so questions are not asked about Ellen, and to protect her from the Nazis. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the Danes speak in code?

The language they use is an effort to transmit important information that the Nazis cannot intercept. Signup and view all the answers

What did Annemarie do with Ellen's necklace?

Annemarie placed it in a secret safe place that would not be discovered. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Annemarie surprised by Uncle Henrik's announcement that there was a funeral?

She was surprised because she did not know of an Aunt Birte. Signup and view all the answers

What did Annemarie learn about Aunt Birte?

Annemarie learned she was fictional to protect Ellen's family. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the soldiers come back to Uncle Henrik's house?

The soldiers came to the house looking for Jews. Signup and view all the answers

What was in the casket? Why?

In the coffin were blankets and clothes that were to be used for the refugees. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Essential Questions from Chapters 6 - 11

Uncle Henrik fabricates a story about a funeral to shield Annemarie and protect secrets related to their hiding efforts.
Annemarie matures rapidly due to her protective instincts for Ellen and encounters involving deception, while Ellen remains ignorant of the fabricated circumstances surrounding her safety.
Mrs. Johansen cleverly claims Great Aunt Birte died of typhus, knowing it would deter German soldiers from investigating further due to fear of infection.
To ensure Ellen's safety, the girls are kept from school to avoid raising any suspicions regarding her presence and identity.
The Danish people utilize coded language to pass vital information secretly, preventing the Nazis from understanding their communications.
Annemarie hides Ellen's Star of David necklace in a secure location, prioritizing her friend's safety by concealing evidence of her Jewish identity.
Annemarie's shock at the funeral announcement stems from her lack of prior knowledge about Aunt Birte's existence.
Aunt Birte is revealed to be a fictional character, invented to safeguard Ellen's family from Nazi persecution.
Soldiers return to Uncle Henrik's residence searching for concealed Jews, reflecting the constant threat the characters face.
The casket, claimed to hold Aunt Birte, is filled with blankets and clothing meant for refugees, serving a dual purpose of deception and humanitarian aid.

Description

Explore essential questions from Chapter 6 of 'Number the Stars'. This quiz delves into the complexities of Annemarie's experiences and the lies told by Uncle Henrik. Understand the themes of growth and protection in this historical context.