Understanding Vocabulary and Key Events in 'Number the Stars'

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'Imperious' mean?

Commanding

What does the word 'Contentedly' mean?

Satisfied

What does the word 'Rationed' mean?

Amount of shortage

What was Annemarie told about her older sister Lise?

She was told that there had been an accident. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the German soldiers come to the Johansen's apartment looking for the Rosens?

They were good friends so the Germans wanted to make sure the Rosens were hiding there. Signup and view all the answers

How did Mr. Johansen convince the German soldiers that Ellen was not a Jewish girl?

He took out a photo of Lise as a baby. Signup and view all the answers

How did the German soldiers show a lack of respect for the Johansens?

They woke up the children and tore the photograph. Signup and view all the answers

Why was it important that Ellen remove her Star of David necklace?

The necklace was a Jewish thing and that would give it away. Signup and view all the answers

Why had Mr. and Mrs. Johansen not looked at Lise's things since the accident?

They would probably get emotional and angry that she had died. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Words

Imperious: Describes a commanding presence or attitude, often implying a sense of superiority.
Contentedly: Reflects a state of satisfaction and peace of mind.
Rationed: Refers to a controlled distribution, indicating limited supplies or shortages.

Key Events and Characters

Annemarie’s Sister Lise: Annemarie was informed about Lise's accident, impacting her deeply and affecting family dynamics.
German Soldiers' Search: The soldiers arrived at the Johansen's apartment looking for the Rosens due to their friendship, illustrating the dangers faced by Jewish families.
Mr. Johansen's Strategy: He showed a baby photo of Lise to the soldiers to prove that Ellen was not Jewish, emphasizing the lengths taken to protect her.
German Soldiers' Disrespect: They woke the children and ripped the photograph, exhibiting a lack of compassion and respect for the Johansen family.
Ellen's Necklace: The removal of Ellen's Star of David necklace was crucial for her safety, as it signified her Jewish identity.
Grief Over Lise: Mr. and Mrs. Johansen had avoided Lise's belongings since the accident to prevent emotional pain and anger over her death.

Description

This quiz explores significant vocabulary words and key events from Lois Lowry's 'Number the Stars'. Test your knowledge on impactful characters and themes, including the dangerous situations faced by Jewish families during WWII. Delve into the important moments that shape the narrative and the language used to convey these experiences.