Number the Stars Chapters 1-10 Flashcard

Front

Who brings the illegal newspaper to Annemarie's parents?

Back

Peter Neilsen

Front

What is the name of the illegal newspaper which Annemarie's parents read?

Back

The Free Danes

Front

What errand did Mama send Annemarie and Kirsti on?

Back

To buy a button from the button shop

Front

Who is Ellen pretending to be when the soldiers come?

Back

Annemarie's dead sister

Front

How did Mama react to the news that the Hirsch's button shop was closed?

Back

Worried

Front

What does the illegal newspaper symbolize in the story?

Back

Resistance against oppression and the fight for freedom.

Front

Why is it important for Annemarie to help her friend Ellen?

Back

It shows loyalty and bravery in the face of danger.

Front

What role does fear play in the lives of the characters?

Back

Fear influences their actions and decisions, highlighting the dangers of living under occupation.

Front

How does the setting of World War II affect the characters' daily lives?

Back

It creates a backdrop of tension, danger, and the need for secrecy.

Front

What is the significance of the button shop in the story?

Back

It represents normalcy and the impact of war on everyday life.