Exploring Chapter 3 of Number the Stars

The transcript follows Anne-Marie and her family in Copenhagen during WWII. As they prepare for winter, Anne-Marie notices the closure of a local button shop owned by Mrs. Hirsch, a Jewish woman. Her family discusses the growing persecution of Jews by the Germans. Peter, a family friend, visits and shares news about the situation. Anne-Marie reflects on the role of ordinary Danes in protecting their Jewish neighbors, contemplating the courage required in such times.

What did Anne-Marie and Ellen do to avoid the soldiers?

• They disguised themselves

• They moved to another city

• They stopped going to school

• They took a longer route to school

What was used as an alternative heating source due to fuel shortages?

• Solar panels

• Wood stoves

• Candles

• Electric heaters

What did families use for light during electricity rationing at night?

• Candles

• Firewood

• Oil lamps

• Flashlights

Why was Anne-Marie surprised to find Mrs. Hirsch's shop closed?

• There was a new owner

• It was a holiday

• Mrs. Hirsch was ill

• The shop was always open

What speculation did Kirsty make about the Hirsch family?

• They were hiding

• They were on vacation

• They opened a new shop

• They moved to another country

What was Anne-Marie's mother's reaction to the shop's closure?

• Confusion

• Worry

• Relief

• Indifference

What did the closure of Jewish-owned shops signify?

• Economic downturn

• Renovation of the area

• Persecution of Jews

• Change in business hours

What did Peter bring Anne-Marie from his travels?

• Toys

• Seashells

• Clothes

• Books

How did Anne-Marie's perception of her role change by the end of the story?

• She saw herself as a protector

• She decided to join the military

• She felt powerless

• She wanted to move away

What was Anne-Marie's final reflection on her role and the situation?

• She doubted her courage

• She felt unaffected

• She planned to escape

• She was ready to fight