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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. What item from the casket does Peter give to Ellen?

2. Why did the baby need to be drugged according to Henrik?

3. How long does Annemarie believe it will take Mama to take the Rosens to the boat?

4. What does Ellen promise to Annemarie as they part in Chapter 12?

5. What story would Inge tell the doctor about her injury?

Short Essay Questions

1. What coincidence happens as Annemarie tells a story to herself on her trip to visit Uncle Henrik?

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

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

4. How does the jacket in Chapter 11 make Ellen realize that her life has changed significantly?

5. In Chapter 13, what does Inge tell Annemarie to do should the soldiers stop her?

6. What comforts many members of the group gathered for the mourning of Aunt Birte?

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

8. Why does Annemarie think waiting and wondering are scarier than being involved in the danger?

9. How did Inge broken her ankle?

10. Why was Mama a good choice to lead a group to Henrik's boat?

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 reacting to this statement: "The greatest tragedies can inspire people to display bravery and moral courage." Use information from the text and personal experience throughout your essay.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout this novel, Annemarie seems to become more mature and adult-like, while Ellen seems to cling more and more to childhood. Write an essay describing why you think this occurs. Use information from the text to support your supposition.

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