Key Themes in Chapter 5 of Number the Stars

In this chapter of 'Number the Stars', Ann Marie and Ellen navigate the dangers of Nazi-occupied Denmark. They discuss their fears and dreams, recalling the tragic death of Ann Marie's sister, Lise. As they try to sleep, Nazi soldiers arrive, creating a tense atmosphere. The Johansens cleverly deceive the soldiers to protect Ellen, who is posing as Ann Marie's sister. The chapter highlights themes of bravery, friendship, and the harsh realities of war.

What did Ellen and Ann Marie have to pretend during the Nazi occupation?

• That they were strangers

• That they were neighbors

• That they were cousins

• That they were sisters

Why did Ann Marie and Ellen whisper while preparing for bed?

• It was a habit they had developed

• They were afraid of being overheard by Nazis

• They were trying to act normal under the circumstances

• They were playing a game

What significant event do the girls recall about Ann Marie's sister?

• Her graduation

• Her wedding

• Her birthday party

• Her death in an accident

What was the reaction of the family when the Nazi soldiers knocked on their door?

• They tried to escape from the back door

• They hid Ellen immediately

• They pretended to be asleep

• They opened the door calmly

What did the Nazi soldiers inquire about upon their arrival?

• The family's identification papers

• If they could search the house

• The whereabouts of the Rosens

• If they had seen any suspicious activity

How did the family prove Ellen's identity to the Nazi soldiers?

• By having neighbors testify

• By showing school records

• By showing them her birth certificate

• By showing photographs with names and dates

What did Ann Marie do to protect Ellen's identity?

• She hid Ellen's necklace

• She distracted the soldiers

• She answered all the questions

• She pretended to be Ellen

What was Ellen's reaction when the soldiers questioned her?

• She pretended to be asleep

• She ran away

• She cried

• She answered confidently

What did the soldiers do with the photographs provided by the family?

• They ignored them

• They returned them respectfully

• They tore them up

• They took them for further investigation

What symbol was imprinted into Ann Marie's palm at the end of the confrontation?

• A star

• A heart

• A cross

• The Star of David