Exploring Chapter 2 of Number the Stars

Anne-Marie tells her sister Kirsty a fairy tale, reflecting on Danish culture and King Christian X. She recalls a story from her father about the king's bravery during the German occupation. Anne-Marie also reminisces about her late sister Lisa and the changes in her family, highlighting the enduring nature of fairy tales amidst life's changes.

What does Anne-Marie use to comfort her sister at bedtime?

• A fairy tale

• A song

• A dance

• A game

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Who was the famous Danish fairy tale writer mentioned?

• Brothers Grimm

• J.K. Rowling

• Hans Christian Andersen

• Charles Perrault

How did King Christian X differ from fairy tale kings according to Anne-Marie?

• He never gave orders

• He interacted daily with his people

• He lived in a smaller palace

• He wore simpler clothes

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What brave statement did the boy make to the German soldier about King Christian?

• He fears no one

• He is our hero

• All of Denmark is his bodyguard

• He rides alone

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What did Anne-Marie's father believe about the Danish people's loyalty to King Christian?

• They admired him from afar

• They would protect him at any cost

• They were fearful of him

• They were indifferent

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What tragic event affected Anne-Marie's family?

• The king's fall

• Lisa's death

• The war's start

• The loss of their home

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What was Lisa preparing for before her untimely death?

• A new job

• A trip abroad

• Her wedding

• Her graduation

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What was the emotional state of Anne-Marie's family after Lisa's death?

• Relieved

• Indifferent

• Joyful

• Devastated

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How did the war affect Peter's behavior?

• He joined the army

• He became more joyful

• He moved away

• He became quieter

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What did Anne-Marie remember seeing from Uncle Henrik's house?

• The mountains of Norway

• The city of Copenhagen

• The waters of the North Sea

• The forests of Sweden

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