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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following words best describes dinner with Uncle Henrik after he has delivered the Rosens to Sweden?

2. While on her way to deliver a package to her uncle's boat, Annemarie hits a fork in the path; which direction does she choose to go?

3. Who does the author credit for for helping her to write this story?

4. What does Annemarie do when she comes upon the German soldiers in Chapter 15?

5. What is Annemarie startled to learn about Peter?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Annemarie and Henrik go to the barn to have a serious conversation in Chapter 16?

2. Describe at least two of the people who are in the living room "mourning" Aunt Birte with Annemarie.

3. What awakens Annemarie as she dozed off in the rocking chair in Chapter 10?

4. How does Annemarie react when the soldiers take her bread in Chapter 15?

5. Who does Annemarie pretend to be like as she talks to the German soldiers while she is taking package to her uncle in Chapter 15?

6. What do the German soldiers want to know in Chapter 10?

7. Describe how Lise was killed.

8. What is one reason Annemarie thinks Mrs. Rosen may be particularly afraid in Chapter 11?

9. How does Ellen react to having to wear a hand-me-down jacket?

10. How does Annemarie remember the Rosens in Chapter 11?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout Number the Stars, there are a variety of contrasts. Choose two such contrasts and describe each in detail, using specific examples from the text. Include how each item is in contrast to the other. Be specific and detailed.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay describing how Annemarie must feel learning that her sister was a member of the Resistance.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay comparing how Annemarie or Papa must have felt, waiting for something in the current society. Use personal experience/knowledge and events from the story to support your answer.

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