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."

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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".

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4