Characters
Who was Trofast?
Mrs. Johansen's dog
Why did the soldier suspect Ellen when they first showed up to the Johansen apartment?
Ellen had dark hair
What are some ways Annemarie and Ellen have to grow up faster?
Annemarie helps her mom prepare dinner, they cover up Ellen's religion to keep her safe
What are stars symbolic of in the story?
It's where the title comes from, Star of David, the bible verse read at the funeral.
Why did only Mrs. Johansen take the girls to see Uncle Henrik?
Who did Peter give the paper wrapped handkerchief to?
Mr. Rosen
What kinds of things are not available during war time?
sugar, butter, chicken, coffee, beer, rubber
How did Denmark protect it's Jewish people?
They hid them and helped them travel to Sweden safely by boat.
What does third person limited mean?
the narrator isn't a character in the story but focuses on the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of one character
Why didn't the soldiers open up the casket?
Mama said Great Aunt Birte died of Typhus
Who had to wear fish skin shoes?
Kirsti
Why did King Christian destroy his own navy?
To prevent the German soldiers from using the ships
Which characters fall under the theme that family is more than just blood?
Peter, Ellen, the Rosens.
what does anticlimax mean?
the turning point in a story but it's always a letdown.
What story did Annemarie tell herself as she ran to give the packet to Uncle Henrik?
Little Red Riding Hood
What was Uncle Henrik's job?
He was a fisherman
Who brings news that the German soldiers were closing Jewish shops?
Peter
Sacrifice is a theme throughout the book. What does Ellen sacrifice?
her home, school, her safety
What year does Number the Stars take place?
1943
How did Peter die?
THe german caught and executed him
How is Annemarie described?
silver-blonde hair and lanky
What is carton of cigarettes code for?
Ellen
It's much easier to be brave if you don't know everything.
What does the ocean represent in Number the stars?
separation and hope
Where did Annemarie hide Ellen's necklace?
In the pocket of Lise's engagement dress.