Characters
Who is the main character (protagonist) of Number the Stars?
The main character is Annemarie.
Who were the soldiers looking for when they came to the Johansen's home in the night and why?
The soldiers were looking for the Rosen family because they were Jews.
What object does Annemarie hide in a secret place for Ellen?
Annemarie hides Ellen's Star of David necklace.
“Once I had three daughters. Tonight I am proud to have three daughters again.”
Papa said this after the soldiers left.
During what major world event does Number the Stars take place?
Number the Stars takes place during World War 2.
Who had to wear shoes made out of fish skin?
Kirsti had to wear shoes made out of fish skin.
What have we learned about Lise's death?
Lise was hit by a car.
Papa tells Uncle Henrik that Mama is bringing a carton of cigarettes.
“It is much easier to be brave if you do not know everything."
Uncle Henrik says this after Annemarie confronts him about her mother's lie.
Where does Mama take the girls after the soldiers come to their apartment in the middle of the night?
Mama takes the girls to Uncle Henrik's cabin.
Who was Annemarie's best friend?
Ellen Rosen is Annemarie's best friend.
Why are the soldiers suspicious of the funeral?
The soldiers are suspicious of the funeral because the Danish custom is to have the casket open, and the casket is closed.
What does Peter insist on doing that worries the mother of the baby?
Peter insists on giving the baby something to make it stay asleep while they travel.
"Well, now I think that all of Denmark must be bodyguard for the Jews, as well."
Annemarie says this after the soldiers come to their apartment looking for the Rosens.
How does Annemarie's family travel to get to the coast?
Annemarie's family travels to the coast by train.
Who did Mama say was in the casket?
Mama says that Great Aunt Birte is in the casket.
What happens to Mama after she takes people to the boat?
After Mama takes the people to the boat, she trips and breaks her ankle on the way back.
What does Annemarie find at the bottom of the steps after Mama returns?
Annemarie finds the important package Peter gave Mr. Rosen.
"If only I go with the girls, it will be safer. They are unlikely to suspect a woman and her children."
Mama says this when she and Papa are making plans to take the girls to Uncle Henrik's.
In what country is Number the Stars set?
Number the Stars is set in Denmark.
Who was a leader in the resistance?
Peter Nielson was a leader in the resistance.
Why is Mama worried about Annemarie going to the boat?
Mama is worried that Annemarie will be stopped by soldiers along the way.
How does Papa convince the soldiers that Ellen is Lise?
Papa shows the soldiers a baby picture of Lise with dark hair.
"I can't get it open! I never take it off—I can't even remember how to open it!"
Ellen says this when Annemarie tells her to take off her necklace with the Star of David.
Where does the resistance hide the Jews to take them to Sweden?
The resistance hides the Jews in the bottom of fishing boats.