Understanding Characters and Events in Literature

In this chapter, Anne-Marie and Ellen play with paper dolls while discussing 'Gone with the Wind.' Kirstie receives new shoes made of fish skin, which she dislikes. The girls imagine visiting Tivoli Gardens, recalling past fireworks. Ellen's family faces changes due to the Jewish New Year and the threat of Nazi occupation. The Johansens plan to hide Ellen as her parents go into hiding, highlighting the dangers faced by Danish Jews during the occupation.

What were Anne-Marie and Ellen doing at the beginning of the chapter?

• Cooking in the kitchen

• Playing with paper dolls

• Reading a book

• Watching television

Why was Kirsty upset about her new shoes?

• They were too small

• They were made of fish skin

• They were too expensive

• They were the wrong color

What did Ellen offer to do to help Kirsty with her shoes?

• Exchange them at the store

• Paint them black

• Make them more comfortable

• Buy her new shoes

Where did the girls imagine their paper dolls were going?

• To a movie

• To a concert

• To a ball

• To a picnic

What did Anne-Marie remember about the fireworks?

• They were for a festival

• They were for Kirsty's birthday

• They were for New Year's Eve

• They were for a wedding

What was the real reason for the fireworks Anne-Marie remembered?

• A military parade

• A holiday event

• A celebration

• A naval fleet destruction

Why did Ellen have to stay with the Johansens?

• Her house was being renovated

• She wanted to play with Anne-Marie

• The Nazis were planning to arrest Danish Jews

• Her parents were out of town

What did Papa suggest Anne-Marie and Ellen do if soldiers came?

• Call for help

• Run away

• Pretend to be sisters

• Hide under the bed