Chapter 1 Vocab - Number the Stars

What does the word "outdistanced" mean in the chapter?

• Ran slower than
• Ran faster than
• Tripped and fell behind
• Ran alongside

Answer explanation

Annemarie ran faster than Ellen.

What does the word "stern" mean in the chapter?

• Friendly and kind
• Serious and strict
• Nervous and scared
• Surprised and startled

Answer explanation

The soldier's voice was harsh and strict.

What does the word "plodding" mean in the chapter?

• Walking quickly
• Skipping happily
• Walking slowly
• Dancing playfully

Answer explanation

Kirsti was walking slowly behind the girls.

What does the word "contempt" mean in the chapter?

• Dislike and disrespect
• Admiration and respect
• Fear and uncertainty
• Pity and sadness

Answer explanation

Annemarie felt dislike for the soldiers who had been in her country for so long.

What does the word "prodded" mean in the chapter?

• Pulled gently
• Poked or jabbed
• Waved around
• Examined carefully

Answer explanation

The soldier poked Annemarie's backpack with his rifle.

What does the word "sneered" mean in the chapter?

• Smiled politely
• Smiled mischievously
• Laughed openly
• Smiled in a mocking way

Answer explanation

The soldier seemed to be mocking Annemarie when he asked if she was a good student.

What does the word "defiantly" mean in the chapter?

• With obedience and respect
• With fear and sadness
• With pride and fearlessness
• With shyness and embarrassment

Answer explanation

Kirsti refused the soldier's hand with a sense of pride and courage.

What does the word "obstinate" mean in the chapter?

• Stubborn and determined
• Cheerful and playful
• Tired and whining
• Scared and anxious

Answer explanation

Kirsti's stubbornness sometimes made it difficult to get her to cooperate.

What does the word "hoodlums" mean in the chapter?

• Friends
• Soldiers
• Troublesome young people
• Athletes

Answer explanation

The soldier warned the girls not to run to avoid looking like troublemakers.

What does the word "scurried" mean in the chapter?

• Marched with purpose
• Ran quickly
• Stumbled and fell
• Walked slowly

Answer explanation

Kirsti ran ahead of them through the apartment building door.