Number the Stars Ch. 9-12 REVIEW

Why does Annemarie accuse Uncle Henrik of lying? (Ch. 9)

• She realizes there is no Great-aunt Birte.
• She overheard him speaking in code.
• She sees soldiers outside.

What does Uncle Henrik say about bravery? (Ch. 9)

• It is something you are born with.
• It is easier if you don’t know everything.
• It is something you can fake.

Why does Annemarie decide not to tell Ellen the truth about Great-aunt Birte? (Ch. 9)

• She is told to keep the secret.
• She wants to protect Ellen from fear.
• She is afraid Ellen will leave.

Who arrives at the house as the night goes on? (Ch. 9)

• Members of the Resistance and Jewish families

• Henrik’s fishing crew
• Annemarie’s family from Copenhagen

What does Uncle Henrik mean when he says, "It is Great-aunt Birte who never was"? (Ch. 9)

• He is acknowledging the lie about Birte.
• He is referring to someone who passed long ago.
• He is saying Birte is hiding elsewhere.

What makes Annemarie compare this gathering to Lise’s funeral? (Ch. 9)

• The candles and flowers
• The people wearing dark clothing
• The lack of food brought by mourners

What role does Peter Neilsen play when he arrives? (Ch. 9)

• He gives instructions to the group.
• He brings food for the mourners.
• He helps hide the casket.

Why does the officer question the closed casket? (Ch. 10)

• He suspects it contains weapons.
• He thinks it is unusual for a funeral.
• He believes it hides something.

What excuse does Mama give for not opening the casket? (Ch. 10)

• It is locked.
• Aunt Birte died of typhus.
• It is too heavy.

How does the officer react to Mama’s suggestion to open the casket? (Ch. 10)

• He agrees and waits for it to be opened.
• He slaps Mama and tells her to stop.
• He demands the casket be moved.