Number the Stars chapter 7-9

Why is Ellen's mother afraid of the ocean?

• She thinks it is too deep.

• She thinks it is too big and too cold.

• She thinks it is too dangerous.

• She thinks it is too far away.

What does Ellen ask Annemarie about her necklace?

• If she can wear it now.

• If it is hidden safely.

• If it is broken.

• If it is lost.

What does Uncle Henrik say about being brave?

• It is easy when you know everything.

• It is easier when you don't know everything.

• It is only for adults.

• It is not important.

Why is Mrs. Johansen worried when the girls rejoin her?

• She lost something important.

• She is afraid they might have been seen by soldiers.

• She is worried about the weather.

• She is afraid of the ocean.

What does Ellen reveal to Annemarie about the sea?

• She has never seen the sea, only the harbor in Copenhagen.

• She loves swimming in the sea.

• She is afraid of the sea.

• She has a boat at the harbor.

What does Uncle Henrik say about the next day?

• It will be a day for fishing.

• It will be a day for traveling.

• It will be a day for resting.

• It will be a day for celebration.

What does Annemarie decide about Uncle Henrik's statement on bravery?

• She disagrees with him.

• She thinks he is wrong.

• She decides he is right.

• She doesn't understand him.

Who arrives with Peter Neilsen?

• Annemarie's grandparents

• Ellen's parents

• The soldiers

• The neighbors

What arrives at Uncle Henrik's house that makes him stiffen up?

• A police car

• A hearse

• A delivery truck

• A bicycle

What does Annemarie notice about the mood in the house compared to earlier times?

• There is more laughter now.

• There is no laughter at all.

• It is more crowded now.

• It is quieter now.