Vocabulary & Setting
What does obstinate mean?
Firmly adhering to one’s purpose or opinion
How did Papa convince soldiers Ellen belonged to the family?
He showed a picture of Lise with dark hair
What was inside the casket?
Blankets and jackets
Name one theme from the novel.
Friendship / Sacrifice / Courage
What really happened to Lise?
She was a part of the resistance and they ran her over purposely
What is a rucksack?
A backpack
Why did Annemarie hide Ellen’s necklace?
It identified Ellen as Jewish
What did Annemarie do when she met soldiers in the woods?
She acted like Kirsti
Which character shows courage throughout the story?
Annemarie
What happened to Mama after helping the Rosens in the woods?
She broke her ankle
Why did King Christian X surrender Denmark?
Denmark could not win against Germany
Why did Uncle Henrik lie about Great-aunt Birte?
So people wouldn’t have to lie if questioned
Why was the handkerchief important?
It ruined tracking dogs’ sense of smell
Give one example of sacrifice in the novel.
Families risked themselves to protect Jews
Who is the God of Thunder in this story?
The kitten
What happened to Danish ships after occupation?
They were burned so Nazis could not use them
How did Mama stop soldiers opening the casket?
She said the person died of typhus
What did “Is the weather good for fishing?” mean?
It was safe to move Jewish families
Explain why lying became necessary in the story.
To protect people from Nazis
*Double Jeopardy*
Why is the title Number the Stars meaningful?
It symbolizes protecting people who cannot truly be counted or erased and reflects hope, identity, and resistance.
Why was Mrs. Hirsch’s shop closed?
She was Jewish
Which character is athletic, brave, and loyal?
Annemarie
What larger effort were the characters helping with?
The Danish Resistance
Explain how courage changes Annemarie.
She grows into someone willing to take risks
Describe Uncle Henrik's place in as much detail as possible
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