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Describe what happens to Mama on the way back from the boat.
She trips on a root, falls, and breaks her ankle.
What does Annemarie find next to the house?
Annemarie finds the packet Peter gave Mr. Rosen to take to Henrik.
What instructions does Mama give Annemarie concerning the item she found next to the house?
Mama tells Annemarie to put the items in a basket with a lunch for Henrik and to run to get it to the boat as quickly as possible.
What story does Annemarie think about on the path to the boat?
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List the main characters in the story that Annemarie thought about.
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How are the characters you named in question 5 like the ones in Number the Stars?
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What are the instructions that Annemarie's mother gives her in case she is stopped?
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Describe Annemarie's encounter with the German soldiers. Include their attitudes, actions, and Annemarie's reaction.
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What does the German soldier find in the packet?
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Name all items in the basket.
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What was in the casket and why was it there?
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What did Peter give the baby and why?
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What was the purpose of Great-Aunt Birte's funeral?
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Explain Annemarie's thoughts: 'It was harder for the ones who were waiting,' Annemarie knew. 'Less dangerous, perhaps, but more fear.'
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What promise did Ellen make to Annemarie?
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Study Notes
Mama's Injury
- Mama trips on a root while returning from the boat, resulting in a broken ankle.
Packet Discovery
- Annemarie discovers a packet that Peter entrusted to Mr. Rosen for delivery to Henrik.
Instructions from Mama
- Mama instructs Annemarie to place the items found in a basket with lunch for Henrik and to hurry to the boat.
Story Reflection
- On her way to the boat, Annemarie contemplates the tale of Little Red Riding Hood.
Characters in the Story
- The main characters that Annemarie thinks about are Little Red Riding Hood, her grandmother, and the wolf.
Character Parallels
- Little Red Riding Hood symbolizes Annemarie, the wolf represents the soldiers and their dogs, while the grandmother embodies Uncle Henrik.
Instructions for Safety
- Annemarie's mother advises her to act like a naive girl delivering lunch to an absent-minded uncle if stopped by soldiers.
Encounter with Soldiers
- Annemarie experiences fear during an encounter with German soldiers, who are rude and confiscate her food, provoking a reaction similar to her sister Kirsti’s.
Soldier's Discovery
- The German soldier uncovers a handkerchief in the packet.
Basket Contents
- The basket contains a packet, napkin, apple, bread, and cheese.
Casket Contents
- The casket holds blankets and warm clothes for visitors attending Great-Aunt Birte’s funeral, essential for their journey to Sweden.
Baby's Medicine
- Peter administers sleeping medication to a baby to prevent her crying during the boat ride, which could reveal their location.
Funeral's Purpose
- Great-Aunt Birte's funeral serves as a gathering for Jews who are being rescued.
Annemarie's Thoughts on Fear
- Annemarie reflects that waiting can be more fear-inducing than experiencing danger, as it leads to worry about potential outcomes.
Ellen's Promise
- Ellen assures Annemarie that she will return one day.
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