Number the Stars Key Events Quiz

Questions and Answers

When does Henrik leave for his boat?

After everyone arrives for his boat.

What does Annemarie do when her mother tells her to go to bed?

Annemarie shook her head and stays.

What woke Annemarie up?

Headlights shining through the window and a car door slam.

Who pounds on the door during the gathering around the casket at Uncle Henrik's house?

Nazi soldiers. Signup and view all the answers

What question did Annemarie realize the soldier was asking her?

The soldier was asking her who was in the coffin. Signup and view all the answers

What does Annemarie do when the German soldier asks her about who died?

Annemarie lies and says it is 'Great-aunt Birte'. Signup and view all the answers

What does the German soldier ask Mama about the coffin?

Why the coffin is closed. Signup and view all the answers

What reason did Mama give for the casket not being opened?

Great-aunt Birte died of Typhus. Signup and view all the answers

What did the soldier do to Mama for her answer?

The German soldier slapped Mama across the face. Signup and view all the answers

What does the German tell Mama not to do until they leave?

Open the casket. Signup and view all the answers

What is the casket at Uncle Henrik's house filled with?

Stuffed with folded blankets and articles of clothing. Signup and view all the answers

What item from the casket does Peter give to Ellen?

A small winter jacket. Signup and view all the answers

In what does Mama wrap the baby?

In Kirsti's thick red sweater. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter give the baby and why?

Medicine because he didn't want to take the chance of the baby making too much noise. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Peter tell the group that they will need warm clothes?

They will need warm clothes because it will be a cold trip. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mama give everyone in the group?

A small package: the cheese, bread, and apples Annemarie had helped her prepare in the kitchen hours before. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter give to Mr. Rosen?

A packet to give to Mr. Henrik. Signup and view all the answers

Who leads the first group of people to the boat?

Peter Neilson. Signup and view all the answers

How long should Mama wait before she takes the second group to Henrik?

20 minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What does Peter tell Mama to do once she has delivered the Rosens to Henrik?

Stay in the shadows and on the back path. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Mr. Rosen just outside the kitchen door?

Mr. Rosen tripped on the loose step. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ellen promise to Annemarie as they part?

To come back someday. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Annemarie think about while she is waiting for her mother to return from taking the Rosens to the boat?

Papa. Signup and view all the answers

What does Annemarie do as she is waiting for her mother to return from taking the Rosens to the boat?

Annemarie fell asleep. Signup and view all the answers

Who else had tripped coming out of the door?

Annemarie. Signup and view all the answers

What childhood story does Annemarie tell herself on the trip to her Uncle's boat to deliver a package?

The Little Red Riding-Hood. Signup and view all the answers

How many German soldiers does Annemarie see when she is on her way to deliver a package to her uncle's boat?

4 German soldiers and 2 dogs. Signup and view all the answers

What does Annemarie do when she comes upon the German soldiers?

She wishes them good morning. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Annemarie have to act like to fool the soldiers?

She would have to act like Kirsti. Signup and view all the answers

What had the soldiers taken from the basket?

The German soldiers took the loaf of bread. Signup and view all the answers

What had the German soldiers done with the loaf of bread?

Threw the loaf of bread on the ground at the German dogs. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Annemarie say her uncle won't eat fish?

Because he is sick of the smell. Signup and view all the answers

What does the German soldier tell Annemarie that the dogs smell in the basket?

That their dogs smell meat. Signup and view all the answers

What did the soldiers find in the packet?

A handkerchief. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Kirsti upset with Ellen?

She did not wake her up and say goodbye to her. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Events and Characters

Henrik departs for his boat after all guests arrive at his house.
Annemarie defies her mother's command to go to bed, choosing to stay awake instead.
Annemarie wakes from sleep due to headlights and a car door slamming.

Confrontation with Soldiers

Nazi soldiers pound on the door during the gathering around Uncle Henrik's casket.
Annemarie realizes the German soldier is questioning her about the identity of the deceased.
She lies, saying the coffin contains "Great-aunt Birte."

Casket and Deception

The soldier inquires why the coffin is closed, prompting Mama to claim Birte died of Typhus.
The soldier reacts violently by slapping Mama for her answer and prohibits her from opening the casket.

Contents of the Casket

The casket is filled with folded blankets and clothing, not a body.
Peter gives Ellen a small winter jacket from the casket.
Mama wraps a baby in Kirsti's thick red sweater, while Peter provides medicine to silence the baby.

Preparation for Departure

Peter indicates the need for warm clothing due to the upcoming cold journey.
Mama distributes a small package of food: cheese, bread, and apples prepared by Annemarie.
Peter gives Mr. Rosen a packet intended for Uncle Henrik.

Group Movement and Safety

Peter leads the first group to the boat, instructing Mama to wait 20 minutes before taking the next group.
After delivering the Rosens, Mama is advised to stay in the shadows along the back path.
Mr. Rosen trips on a loose step while leaving the kitchen.

Emotional Moments and Thoughts

As they part, Ellen promises Annemarie she will return someday.
Annemarie contemplates her father while waiting for her mother's return from the boat.
She drifts back to sleep while waiting.

Journey to the Boat

Annemarie recalls the childhood story of Little Red Riding-Hood during her trip to deliver a package.
On her way, she encounters four German soldiers and two dogs.
Annemarie greets the soldiers cheerfully, wishing them good morning.

Acting and Risk

To deceive the soldiers, Annemarie pretends to be her younger sister, Kirsti.
The soldiers take a loaf of bread from her basket and throw it to their dogs.

Tension with German Soldiers

Annemarie claims her uncle dislikes the smell of fish, deflecting suspicion.
A German soldier indicates their dogs smell meat in her basket, raising the stakes.
The packet reveals only a handkerchief, avoiding further scrutiny.

Interpersonal Dynamics

Kirsti expresses disappointment towards Ellen for not waking her up to say goodbye.

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Description

Test your knowledge of the key events and characters from 'Number the Stars'. This quiz covers significant moments, such as Annemarie's defiance and the confrontation with Nazi soldiers. Dive into the themes of deception and bravery depicted in this historical narrative.