Number the Stars - Chapter 2

What does Kirsti ask Annemarie to do at bedtime?

• Sing her a lullaby.
• Read her a poem.
• Tell her a fairy tale.
• Play a game.
• Let her sleep in Annemarie's bed.

What kind of story does Kirsti specifically request?

• One about animals
• One about a princess
• One about a brave knight
• One about a magical creature
• One about a funny clown

What is the name of the real king of Denmark mentioned in the chapter?

• King Frederick
• King Harold
• King Christian X
• King Olaf
• King Hamlet

What did King Christian do every morning before the war?

• He held court in the palace.
• He visited schools and hospitals.
• He rode his horse through the streets.
• He played chess with his advisors.
• He went hunting in the forest.

What did the Danish boy say when the German soldier asked about the King's bodyguard?

• He has many guards.
• He doesn't need one.
• He is protected by his soldiers.
• All of Denmark is his bodyguard.
• He is a brave king.

What happened to Lise, Annemarie's older sister?

• She moved to Sweden.
• She joined the Resistance.
• She got married.
• She died in an accident.
• She became a nurse.

How has Peter changed since Lise's death?

• He is more cheerful.
• He visits more often.
• He sings silly songs.
• He seems more serious.
• He has forgotten about Lise.

What does Papa say about the reason Denmark surrendered to the Nazis?

• They wanted to avoid bloodshed.
• They were not prepared for war.
• They hoped to negotiate later.
• They were afraid of the King's safety.
• They didn't believe in fighting.

Which country remained free from Nazi occupation?

• Norway
• Finland
• Sweden
• Iceland
• Denmark

What does Annemarie realize about her own role in protecting the Jews?

• She must be a spy.
• She must join the Resistance.
• She must be a good student.
• She must be brave like the king.
• She must be a friend to Ellen.