Chapter 5 Vocab - Number the Stars

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

• Demanding or bossy
• Shy or quiet
• Silly or playful
• Patient or understanding

Answer explanation

Ellen uses a commanding gesture and voice as she plays the "Dark Queen."

What is the meaning of the word "intoned" as used in the chapter?

• Spoke in a deep, serious voice
• Screamed angrily
• Whispered softly
• Sang in a joyous tone

Answer explanation

Ellen uses a dramatic voice for her role as the "Dark Queen".

What is the meaning of the word "slam" as used in the chapter?

• A loud crashing sound
• A quiet clicking sound
• A soft humming sound
• A gentle tapping sound

Answer explanation

Papa pounds his fists together, making a loud noise.

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

• To cry loudly
• To yell in anger
• To speak in a quiet voice
• To sing playfully

Answer explanation

The girls talk very quietly to each other.

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

• Stretches lazily
• Jumps with energy
• Opens mouth wide with tiredness
• Blinks eyes repeatedly

Answer explanation

The girls show signs of sleepiness while talking in bed.

What is the meaning of the word "abruptly" as used in the chapter?

• Smoothly and quietly
• Slowly and carefully
• Suddenly and unexpectedly
• Nervously and fearfully

Answer explanation

Annemarie is suddenly woken up by a loud pounding.

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

• Limited to small amounts
• Thrown away
• Baked in an oven
• Given freely

Answer explanation

Electricity use is limited due to wartime conditions.

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

• Amusing and entertaining
• Frightening and surprising
• Boring and dull
• Comforting and relaxing

Answer explanation

Annemarie finds the bright light surprising after so long without it.

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

• Put away in a pocket
• Carried loosely in the hand
• Held in a case on the belt
• Placed on a table

Answer explanation

The soldier's pistol is kept in a case on his belt.

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

• Laughs and jokes
• Looks closely or carefully
• Sneezes loudly
• Listens intently

Answer explanation

The soldier looks into the kitchen to see if anyone is there.