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Number the Stars

by Lois Lowry

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In "Number the Stars," Annemarie first hid Ellen's necklace by quickly grabbing it from Ellen's neck and holding it tightly in her hand when soldiers visited. Later, she hid the necklace in a trunk...

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The Star of David imprint on Annemarie's hand in Chapter 5 is significant as it symbolizes her protective bond with Ellen, her Jewish friend. Annemarie clutches Ellen's Star of David necklace to hide...

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Annemarie and Ellen hide from German soldiers when Ellen stays with Annemarie's family during the Nazi occupation of Denmark. The family pretends Ellen is Annemarie's deceased sister to protect her....

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Ellen aspires to be an actress when she grows up, showing her talent and passion for dramatics through school performances and make-believe games. Her father, Mr. Rosen, wishes for her to become a...

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Mr. Johansen's remark about "a long night" refers to the tension and fear the family faces as they hide Ellen Rosen, a Jewish girl, from Nazi soldiers in occupied Denmark. Ellen must pretend to be...

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