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Henrik is Mama's brother, and Annemarie's uncle.
The handkerchief She had to give to Uncle Henrik
Uncle Henrik is a fisherman in "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry. He uses his fishing boat to help transport Jewish refugees to safety during World War II.
the scenery in number the stars is an ocean in the book it says "can you smell the ocean." and a narrow path leading to Uncle Henrik's house
In the book "Number the Stars," Papa used the phrase "The fishing has been good at Gilleleje" to communicate to Henrik that Jewish refugees were seeking shelter with him. This was a code phrase meant to convey that the Jewish people were on their way to Henrik's location.
The first thing Annemarie had to do after returning to her Uncle Henrik's house in "Number the Stars" was explain the events that had taken place when the Nazis stopped her and Ellen on their way to Uncle Henrik's boat.
Uncle Henrik's housekeeping in "Number the Stars" is described as meticulous and orderly. He ensures that everything in his home is clean, well-maintained, and in its proper place. Henrik's attention to detail reflects his caring and responsible nature.
If the soldiers had discovered that the packet for Uncle Henrik in "Number the Stars" contained Ellen's necklace, it could have put Ellen and her family in danger as it would have revealed their connection to the resistance and potentially led to their arrest or worse. Uncle Henrik may have also faced repercussions for his involvement in the resistance.
Mama's brother, Annemarie's uncle, was named Uncle Henrik, a fisherman.
Uncle Henrik in "Number the Stars" is described as brave, resourceful, and compassionate. He risks his own safety to help his family and others by hiding Jewish refugees during World War II and organizing their escape to safety. Uncle Henrik also demonstrates loyalty to his family and a strong sense of duty to do what is right.
Uncle Henrik hid the Jews in the hold of his fishing boat, covered with a false bottom. They traveled to Sweden hidden under the fish on the boat.
Uncle Henrik is a fisherman who lives in the village with the Johansen family in the novel "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry.