Number the Stars Chapter Quiz

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What motivated Annemarie to challenge Ellen to a race?

Wanting to show off her new running shoes.

A desire to prove her speed to the other students.

Encouraging Ellen to join the track team.

Preparing for an upcoming athletic meet. (correct)

How did Ellen initially respond to Annemarie's challenge to race?

She ignored Annemarie completely.

She suggested they walk instead. (correct)

She proposed a longer race.

She eagerly accepted the challenge.

What was Annemarie's position in last week's race that gave her confidence for the upcoming race?

She finished in the middle.

She was second place. (correct)

She did not participate.

She won first place.

What aspect of Annemarie and Ellen's appearance is described during the race?

Ellen's dark pigtails bounced against her shoulders. Signup and view all the answers

What reason did Annemarie provide for why they needed to practice?

To prepare for the athletic meet. Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining trait of Kirsti's character in the scene?

She is small and often behaves stubbornly. Signup and view all the answers

How do Annemarie and Kirsti feel about the soldiers?

They are scared and try to avoid eye contact. Signup and view all the answers

What role does Annemarie have in relation to Kirsti in the scene?

She carefully guides and helps Kirsti move along. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the setting of the scene?

A city occupied by soldiers during World War II. Signup and view all the answers

Which character is primarily being observed by the soldiers?

Annemarie. Signup and view all the answers

What was Annemarie's main concern when asked about relaying a message to her mother?

She wanted to avoid upsetting her mother. Signup and view all the answers

What was the general atmosphere of the mothers' gathering despite the war?

They maintained normalcy by engaging in their routine. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mrs. Rosen and Mrs. Johansen express concern in the scene?

They were concerned about soldiers in their neighborhood. Signup and view all the answers

What issue did Annemarie's conversation with Kirsti revolve around?

The seriousness of the incidents occurring around them. Signup and view all the answers

What detail illustrates the impact of Nazi occupation on the characters’ daily lives?

The absence of traditional coffee and tea. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the excerpt regarding Annemarie's experience?

Annemarie's encounter with German soldiers Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Annemarie's narrative is highlighted in the excerpt?

The emotional turmoil of a young girl during war Signup and view all the answers

What type of literary genre does the excerpt likely belong to?

Historical fiction Signup and view all the answers

What element of storytelling is emphasized through Annemarie's perspective?

The intimate portrayal of personal experiences Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a focus of the excerpt involving Annemarie during World War II?

The detailed descriptions of weaponry Signup and view all the answers