Number the Stars Chapters 8-12

Front

Why was Great Aunt Birte's death puzzling to Annemarie?

Back

She didn't have a Great Aunt Birte

Front

Why did Annemarie's mother and uncle lie to her?

Back

Because they wanted to help her to be brave by not telling her everything.

Front

Who did Peter bring with him to Uncle Henrik's for the funeral?

Back

Mr. and Mrs. Rosen

Front

Who came to the house during the funeral?

• The soldiers
• The fisherman
• Investment bankers
• Funeral director

Back

The soldiers

Front

Why didn't the soldiers want Mama to open the casket?

Back

Mama told them that Aunt Birte died of Typhus

Front

What was inside the casket? Options: Great Aunt Birte, Fishing Gear, Breads and Cakes, Blankets and clothes

Back

Blankets and clothes

Front

Why did the people need clothes and blankets?

Back

To keep warm while they traveled across the sea to Sweden

Front

How long did Annemarie think her mother would be gone when she left the house?

Back

One hour

Front

In chapter 12, why was Annemarie worried when she woke up?

Back

Her mother hadn't returned and it was getting light outside

Front

In chapter 12, what did Annemarie see on the trail outside?

Back

Her mother in a heap