Number the Stars (book)

Annemarie knew that her sister Lise had died in a car accident, but later discovers that she died as a result of her involvement in the Danish Resistance during World War II. Lise's death and her role in the Resistance serve as a catalyst for Annemarie's own involvement in helping Jews escape to safety.

During the German occupation in Number the Stars, items such as sugar, coffee, and new clothes were not available to the Danes due to rationing and shortages caused by the war. This scarcity significantly impacted their quality of life and daily comforts.

Aunt Jemima is a fictional character used to market a brand of pancake mix and syrup. The character is based on the mammy stereotype from minstrel shows, and has been criticized for perpetuating racist stereotypes. The brand has recently been rebranded to remove the Aunt Jemima name and imagery.

In "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, the description of Uncle Henrik's house can be found on page 114. The house is described as having a gray, weather-beaten exterior with a red tile roof and a green-painted door.

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.

Annemarie Johansen and Ellen Rosen were running along Osterbrogade street because they were trying to evade the Nazi soldiers who were patrolling the area and questioning anyone they suspected of breaking curfew or engaging in suspicious activities. The girls were trying to deliver a vital message to Annemarie's uncle, who was involved in the Danish Resistance.

"Halte! the soldier ordered in a stern voice, the German word was as familiar as it was frightening. Annemarie had heard it often enough before, but it had never been directed at her until now (Lowry 2)

The real-life King in Number the Stars was King Christian X.

In Number the Stars, Peter and Lise were involved with the Danish Resistance movement during World War II. They worked to help smuggle Jews out of Denmark to safety in Sweden. Their bravery and sacrifices were instrumental in saving many lives during this dark time.

Annemarie felt terrified and anxious when the soldiers searched her basket because she was hiding important items for her Jewish friend, and she was afraid of getting caught and endangering her family and friend.

The girl on the cover of "Number the Stars" is a fictional character named Annemarie Johansen. She is the main protagonist of the book, a young girl living in Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II.

The casket was filled with clothing and blankets.

Michael Rosen was born on May 7, 1946, which makes him 75 years old as of 2021.

Number the Stars is a work of historical fiction written by Lois Lowry. While the book is based on true events, it is not a true story in itself. The characters and specific events in the book are fictional, but the historical context of the Holocaust and World War II is accurate.

The Free Danes newspaper in "Number the Stars" was important because it provided a way for the Resistance to spread information, coordinate activities, and resist the German occupation during World War II. It played a crucial role in keeping the Danish population informed and connected during a time of great danger.

Mama, Annwmarie, Kirsti, and some cigarettes.

She says that Great aunt Birte died of typhus and doesn't want the germs to spread

The Resistance fighters are people who helped the Jews fight the Germans.

They went to the Ocean and Ellen said that her mom has never been that close to the water

When: 1940 Nazi occupation of Denmark

Where: Copenhagen, Denmark

Annemarie was 10 years old in the book "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry.

The falling action begins in the latter half of chapter fifteen and continues through the rest of the book. The climax occurs when Annemarie is delivering the handkerchief to her uncle at the dock but is stopped by soldiers before she can reach him. This moment is crucial: she holds the key to allowing the boat to reach Sweden in safety, yet is so close to being discovered; all their plans almost fall through. The highest moment of tension is when the soldier discovers the handkerchief underneath the food, yet a reader can breathe a sigh of relief when he fails to recognize its significance. The rest of Annemarie's journey is relatively smooth, and because of her actions, the plan goes through as expected, her friends escape with no interference, and she returns to the house to care for her mother's twisted ankle. The tone of this latter part is much lighter and more jovial than the rest of the book.

Mrs. Johansen bought Kirsti shoes made of fish skin in Number the Stars because they were more durable and long-lasting than regular shoes, especially during WWII when supplies were scarce due to the occupation. Fish skin was also a practical material as it was readily available in Denmark at the time.

Michael Rosen has two children, a son and a daughter.

Kirsti named the gray kitten "Thor."