Number the Stars Chapter 9-10

Front

What is the custom regarding viewing the deceased in a coffin?

Back

The custom is to pay one's respects by looking your loved one in the face.

Front

Why does Annemarie keep the secret of Great-aunt Birte from Ellen?

Back

It is better, safer for Ellen to believe in Great-aunt Birte.

Front

What was the soldier's reaction to Mama's comment about typhus germs?

Back

He slapped her across her face.

Front

Who did the officer refer to when he asked, 'Who died?'

Back

Annemarie.

Front

What did the funeral guests bring with them?

Back

Nothing.

Front

What does loyalty mean in the context of Annemarie's actions?

Back

Loyalty refers to Annemarie's commitment to protect her family and friends, even if it means keeping secrets.

Front

What is the significance of the closed coffin in the story?

Back

The closed coffin symbolizes the secrecy and protection surrounding the characters during a time of danger.

Front

How does fear influence the characters' decisions in Chapters 9-10?

Back

Fear leads characters to make choices that prioritize safety, such as keeping secrets and lying.

Front

What role does family play in Annemarie's life?

Back

Family is central to Annemarie's identity and her motivations, driving her actions to protect them.

Front

What does the term 'typhus germs' refer to in the story?

Back

Typhus germs are associated with a contagious disease, highlighting the dangers present in the characters' lives.