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What is the most likely reason Annemarie and Ellen look straight ahead as they enter their building?
What is the most likely reason Annemarie and Ellen look straight ahead as they enter their building?
- They are trying to spot their mothers in the window to signal for help.
- They want to avoid drawing attention to themselves from others who may be watching. (correct)
- They are too focused on discussing a plan of escape upon entering the apartment.
- They are deeply ashamed of their encounter and cannot bear to meet anyone's gaze.
How does Kirsti's interaction with the soldiers contrast with Annemarie's and Ellen's?
How does Kirsti's interaction with the soldiers contrast with Annemarie's and Ellen's?
- Kirsti shows defiance, while Annemarie and Ellen display overt submission.
- Kirsti is innocently unaware of the danger, while Annemarie and Ellen are acutely aware and fearful. (correct)
- Kirsti ignores the soldiers completely, while Annemarie and Ellen engage them in conversation.
- Kirsti attempts to befriend the soldiers, while Annemarie and Ellen treat them with hostility.
What does the dialogue between the girls and the soldiers reveal about the soldiers' objectives?
What does the dialogue between the girls and the soldiers reveal about the soldiers' objectives?
- To offer protection and ensure the safety of the local children.
- To gather information about the whereabouts of specific individuals. (correct)
- To intimidate and assert dominance through aggressive questioning.
- To establish friendly relations and build trust within the community.
What is the most likely reason that the soldier orders the girls to go home?
What is the most likely reason that the soldier orders the girls to go home?
Why did the author include the small detail of Kirsti wanting to show her mother a picture from kindergarten?
Why did the author include the small detail of Kirsti wanting to show her mother a picture from kindergarten?
Flashcards
Annemarie's fear
Annemarie's fear
Annemarie experiences fear during a tense encounter with soldiers.
Ellen's fear
Ellen's fear
Ellen expresses fear during their confrontation with soldiers.
Strategic navigation
Strategic navigation
The girls avoid unwanted attention by looking straight ahead.
Order to return home
Order to return home
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Kirsti's excitement
Kirsti's excitement
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Study Notes
Number the Stars - Chapter Summary
- Annemarie Johansen encounters soldiers who ask her questions about her friend
- Soldiers ask Annemarie about another girl's name, Ellen
- Ellen is pale and her eyes are wide
- Annemarie is told to go home and study her schoolbooks
- Annemarie and her sister Kirsti hurry toward their apartment
- Annemarie and Ellen are scared of the soldiers
- Kirsti is stubborn and doesn't want to follow Annemarie's directions
- Soldiers ignore Annemarie and Ellen and their actions
- Kirsti is happy to bring home a picture of a landscape
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