Exploring Chapters 11 & 12 of Number the Stars

In chapters eleven and twelve of 'Number the Stars,' Peter distributes clothing to a group preparing to escape to Sweden. Anne Marie observes the preparations and reflects on past memories. Peter gives instructions for the journey, emphasizing the need for caution. The group, including the Rosens, begins their journey to safety, leaving Anne Marie to wait anxiously for her mother's return.

What was found inside the casket instead of a body?

• Clothing and blankets

• Food supplies

• Nothing

• Weapons

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CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Why did Peter distribute heavy coats to the people?

• To use as disguises

• None of the above

• To prepare them for cold weather

• For a fashion show

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CCSS.RF.1.4C

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What type of jacket was Ellen given?

• A new, fashionable jacket

• A sports jacket

• A large, oversized coat

• A small winter jacket

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

How did Ellen's mother manage her clothing during recent years?

• Borrowing clothes

• Ignoring clothing needs

• Making clothes seem new

• Buying new clothes

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

What did Peter administer to the baby?

• A blanket

• A pacifier

• A toy

• A few drops of a liquid

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

What was the baby's name?

• Susan

• Mary

• Rachel

• Ellie

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What was Mr. Rosen asked to deliver?

• A secret packet

• A letter

• Clothing

• Food supplies

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

What was the importance of the packet Mr. Rosen had to deliver?

• It was empty

• It contained money

• It was of great importance

• It was unimportant

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CCSS.RF.1.4C

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does Anne-Marie reflect on while waiting?

• The bravery and fear of her family

• Her favorite books

• Her future dreams

• Her school days

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What was Anne-Marie's main concern while waiting?

• The weather conditions

• The safety of her family

• Her own safety

• The time

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3