Number the Stars Chapter 9-10

Front

What lie does Annemarie uncover?

Back

She knows there is no 'Great-aunt Birte,' and the funeral is a farce.

Front

What did the soldier do to Mama after she told him about the typhus germs?

Back

He slapped her across her face.

Front

Why did the officer think it was odd that the coffin was closed?

Back

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

Front

What excuse does Annemarie give for not telling Ellen that Great-aunt Birte is a made up story?

Back

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

Front

What happens at the very end of Chapter 10?

Back

Peter opens the lid of the casket.

Front

What is the significance of Great-aunt Birte in the story?

Back

Great-aunt Birte represents a protective lie that Annemarie uses to shield Ellen from the harsh realities of their situation.

Front

How does Annemarie's loyalty to her family influence her actions?

Back

Annemarie chooses to keep the secret of Great-aunt Birte to protect Ellen, showing her deep loyalty and sense of responsibility.

Front

What does the soldier's slap signify in the context of the story?

Back

The slap represents the brutality and oppression faced by the characters under Nazi occupation.

Front

What role does the coffin play in the story?

Back

The coffin symbolizes death and the fear of losing loved ones, as well as the lies that are necessary for survival.

Front

How does Annemarie's perception of danger evolve throughout Chapters 9-10?

Back

Annemarie becomes more aware of the constant danger surrounding her and learns to navigate it with courage.