Number the Stars Chapters 15 and 16 Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

Who is Kirsti?

A little girl

What does Anne Marie tell the soldiers she is doing?

She is taking her uncle (a fisherman) his lunch

How does Anne Marie respond to the soldier's question about why her uncle does not eat fish?

He doesn't like it, especially not raw

What does the soldier give to the dog?

<p>Bread from the basket</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do dogs smell that is not in the basket?

<p>Meat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is in the 'package'?

<p>A handkerchief</p> Signup and view all the answers

Uncle Henrik blames Anne Marie and is mad when he finds out the soldiers looked in the package.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who said 'All is well, everything is all right'?

<p>Uncle Henrik</p> Signup and view all the answers

What chore did Anne Marie have?

<p>Milk blossom</p> Signup and view all the answers

What earlier parts of the novel are revisited in Chapter 15?

<p>Childish behavior and not knowing the whole story</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme of Chapter 15?

<p>Bravery</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who said 'I will tell you just a little, because you were very brave'?

<p>Uncle Henrik</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Uncle define bravery?

<p>Thinking about what you must do even though you know it is dangerous</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do the Jews hide on their way to Sweden?

<p>In places under the boat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Anne Marie find out is part of the Resistance?

<p>Peter</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ellen could hear Anne Marie on the boat.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter go to scientists who developed?

<p>A drug that attracts dogs and ruins their sense of smell</p> Signup and view all the answers

What item helped Jews safely escape to Sweden on Henrik's boat?

<p>The drugged handkerchief</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Rosens and other Jews were discovered by Nazis as they tried to escape to Sweden.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following: 'You saved her life!' you = ? her = ?

<p>You = Anne Marie Her = Ellen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Opening and closing the chapter with laughter helps shift the mood from what to what?

<p>From dark and tense to relief and hope</p> Signup and view all the answers

Anne Marie's action to help save the Jews completes the theme of what?

<p>Coming of age</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Kirsti's Character

A courageous young girl whose innocence highlights the surrounding tension of WWII Denmark.

Anne Marie's Bravery

She displays courage and determination, especially when facing Nazi soldiers.

Uncle Henrik's Role

He represents wisdom and strength, offering reassurance and a safe haven.

Lunch delivery Cover Story

This is done to create cover for their escape plan.

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Deflecting Suspicion

Demonstrates a facade to avoid scrutiny, subtly deflecting suspicion from their activities.

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Bravery Theme

Actions displaying courage while under pressure to protect her friend.

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Coming of Age

Demonstrates a maturing sense of responsibility and moral resolve.

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Lost Innocence

The children living in this world must face the realities of war.

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Handkerchief's Importance

Critically aids in the escape by disguising the scent of the escaping Jews.

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Drug Developed by Scientists

Masks the scent of the escaping Jews from dogs.

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Hidden Safe Passage

The escaping Jews hide to avoid detection.

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Peter's Resistance role

Suggests a broad network of courageous individuals.

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Laughter as Narrative Tool

Used as bookends to ease tense moments and bring relief.

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Anne Marie and Ellen's Bond

Highlights selflessness and deep connection.

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Henrik's Recognition

Acknowledges her transformation from a naive girl to a protector.

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Successful Jewish Escape

Emphasizing endurance, unbreakable human spirit, and optimism.

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Anne Marie's transformation

Marks a transition from childhood innocence.

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Study Notes

Character Details

  • Kirsti is portrayed as a young girl whose innocence contrasts with the surrounding tension.
  • Anne Marie demonstrates determination when confronting soldiers, showcasing her bravery.
  • Uncle Henrik embodies wisdom and strength, providing reassurance through his words.

Plot Elements

  • Anne Marie delivers lunch to her Uncle Henrik, who is a fisherman, to provide cover for her actions and the underground escape.
  • Anne Marie explains to soldiers that her uncle dislikes raw fish, deflecting suspicion away from their activities.
  • Soldiers give a dog bread, indicating a brief moment of humanity amid conflict.

Themes and Motifs

  • Bravery is a central theme in Chapter 15, with Anne Marie's actions embodying courage under pressure.
  • The concept of coming of age is reflected in Anne Marie's maturation as she steps up to save the Jews.
  • Childhood innocence is revisited as characters struggle with the harsh realities of the world.

Symbolic Items

  • A handkerchief is crucial to the plot, serving as a disguised means of aiding the escape of Jews.
  • A drug developed by scientists helps mask the scent of escaping Jews, showcasing ingenuity in the face of oppression.

Significant Plot Points

  • Jews hide in spaces under Uncle Henrik's boat during their escape, emphasizing the danger involved.
  • Anne Marie's realization of Peter's involvement in the Resistance highlights the network of courage against Nazis.
  • Laughter at the beginning and end of the chapter acts as a narrative tool, shifting tense moments into relief and hope.

Relationships

  • Anne Marie’s connection with Ellen is profound; her actions save Ellen's life, signifying deep friendship and loyalty.
  • Uncle Henrik acknowledges Anne Marie's bravery, recognizing her maturity and resolve through troubling times.

Resolution and Outcomes

  • The Rosens and other Jews manage to escape successfully; they are not discovered by Nazis, underscoring themes of resilience and hope.
  • Anne Marie asserts her role in a larger struggle, completing her journey from a naive girl to a courageous protector of her friend.

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