Life During German Occupation

In Chapter Four of 'Number the Stars', Anne Marie and Ellen play with paper dolls, while Christie receives new shoes made of fish skin. The girls engage in imaginative play inspired by 'Gone with the Wind'. Anne Marie recalls her childhood memories of Tivoli Gardens. During the Jewish New Year, Ellen stays with Anne Marie's family due to a Nazi threat to Danish Jews. The family learns about the danger and plans to protect Ellen.

What story do Anne Marie and Ellen find more interesting than Christy's tales?

• The Little Mermaid

• Gone with the Wind

• The King and Queen

• Cinderella

Why is Christy upset about her new shoes?

• They are too big

• They are too expensive

• They are made of fish skin

• They are too small

What does Ellen offer to do to improve Christy's shoes?

• Exchange them

• Paint them black

• Buy new ones

• Add decorations

Who does Kirsty pretend to be during the play?

• Bonnie

• Melanie

• Scarlett

• Ashley

What event does Anne Marie recall that was affected by the German occupation?

• Tivoli Gardens fireworks

• A school play

• A concert

• A parade

What special occasion is Ellen's family preparing for?

• Thanksgiving

• Easter

• Jewish New Year

• Christmas

Why does Ellen end up staying with Anne Marie's family?

• She is sick

• She is on vacation

• Her parents are visiting relatives

• Her parents are working late

What does Anne Marie learn about the situation facing Ellen's family?

• They are hosting a party

• They are going on vacation

• They are in danger from the Nazis

• They are moving away