Douglas

​ ​​Return to 6L Home Page Chapter 1 Vocabulary: Halte – German for stop Resistance –organized underground movement in a country fighting against a foreign invader or occupying army rucksack – a kind of back pack

1. Briefy describe Annemarie and Ellen including a physical description of each girl and a brief description of each girl’s personality. Annemarie is tall, long-legged, fast and is scared of German soldiers. Ellen is short, Jewish, and is a great actor. 2. What is the De Frie Danske? Why does Mrs. Johansen believe the soldiers stopped the girls in the street? The De Frie Danske is an illegal newspaper made by the resistance. Mrs. Johansen believes they stopped them because they are edgy because the resistance blew up the harbor. 3. What does Annemarie understand abou the Resistance? What can the reader infer about Peter Neilsen from the information about him in this chapter? Annemarie understands that the resistance defys the Nazis. The reader can infer that Peter is part of the resistance. 4. Why do you suppose Mrs. Rosen cautions the children to “be one of the crowd, always.” Be one of the many. Be sure that they never have reason to remember your face”? They caution them so that they will never get caught by the Germans.

Chapter 2

1. Papa tells Annemarie the story of the young boy who tells the German soldier that King Christian does not need special body guards because “all of Denmark is his bodyguard.” What does this story reveal to the reader about the Danish people? It reveals that the Danish people are loyal to their King.

2. Foreshadowing is the literary term for an author’s use of hints to suggest what action is to come. In what sense might this passage be an example of foreshadowing? “Yes,” (Papa) said at last. “It is true. Any Danish citizen would die for Kings Christian, to protect him.” “You too, Papa?” “Yes” “And Mama?” “Mama, too.” Annemarie shivered again. “Then I would too, Papa. If I had to.” It might foreshadow that Annemarie might be put in a situation like that. 3. For what reasons did King Christian surrender to the Nazis? King Christian surrendered because the Germans had a huge army and he had a small army. Many Danish people would be killed if he chose to fight. 4. In what ways has Peter changed since Lise’s death? Peter is no longer the fun-loving almost-brother he used to be, now he is always in a hurry and never lingered. Chapter 3 Vocabulary: curfew – a time in the evening when citizens may not appear in public Kroner – Danish money Swastika – symbol of Nazis 1. List at least three hardships the people of Copenhagen must endure because of the war. They must endure a cold winter, rationed electricity, and soldiers marching about. They also suffered from food shortages. 2. Why is Mama “troubled” when Annemarie tells her the button shop is closed? She is troubled because Mrs. Hirsch is Jewish and that could happen to the Rosens. 3. What information about the Germans in Denmark does Peter bring when he comes to visit? The information he brings is that German soldiers are closing stores that are run by Jewish people. 4. Annemarie realizes that her friend Ellen is Jewish and is in danger. Worried about her friend, Annemarie says, “Now I think that all of Denmark must be a bodyguard for the Jews.” Later in her bed, Annemarie wonders if she would really be brave enough to risk her life for Denmark’s Jews. She thinks to herself that she was glad to be an ordinary person who would never be called upon for courage. What future event might this passage foreshadow? Is there a theme being expressed here and what is it? It might forshadow that Annemarie will be called upon for courage.

Chapter 4 Vocabulary: rabbi – the spiritual head of a Jewish congregation Sabbath – the seventh day of the week, set aside for rest and worship by Jews Synagogue – a building used by Jews for worship

1. For what reason does Kirsti mistakenly believe that she once saw the fireworks at the Tivoli Gardens? She thought they were fireworks because there were big explosions and Mama told Kirsti that they were fireworks for her birthday which was that day. 2. What does Annemarie’s father think about the Jewish “relocation”? He thinks that the Germans are going to arrest all the Jews. 3. Why do you suppose Peter leaves Ellen with Annemarie’s family instead of including her when he helps her parents to go somewhere to hide? He does that so the German soldiers aren't suspicious of what he is doing. Chapter 5 Vocabulary: imperious – arrogant, domineering Star of David – a six-pointed star; a symbol of Judaism 1. When Annemarie and Ellen talk about Lise’s accident, Annemarie remembers that her “Papa looked so angry. He made one hand into a fist, and he kept pounding it into the other hand.” What does this description of Papa’s reaction to Lise’s death suggest to the reader about the nature of her accident? That someone hit her on purpose. 2. Ellen is worried that the Germans will come into the Johansen home and take her away. Annemarie reassures Ellen by telling her that she is safe. Why does Annemarie believe Ellen is safe? She believes that because she thinks that the Germans only say that they going to get all the Jews to Threaten them, not take them. 3. Why does Pape tear the threee photographs out of the album? He tears them out of the photo album to show the German officer to confirm his lie about Ellen being part of the family.

Chapter 6 1. What are Papa and Uncle Henrik talking about when they talk about “cigarettes”? They are talking about the Rosens. 2. For what reason is Uncle Henrik’s home a good place to take a Jewish refugee? It is a good place because it is in the country and near the harbor to escape if they are discovered.

Chapter 7 1. Briefly describe Mama’s relationship with her brother Henrik. Mama is always teasing Henrik and Henrik is always teasing Mama back. They are like chiuldren in adult bodies when they are together. 2. What is different about this visit to Uncle Henrik’s house from visits Annemarie has made there in times past? In the past Annemarie always overheard laughter, but this time there is no laughter. Chapter 8 1.Most of the day Annemarie and Ellen happily play until Uncle Henrik returns to the house. What two statements does he make that worry or puzzle Annemarie? How does she react when she hears these statements? Henrik says, "Tomorrow is a day for fishing." Annemarie recognizes that her father had said something like that and was puzzled as to what it means. The second statement he says is, "You have prepared the living room?" Annemarie asks what they prepared the living room for and why they moved the furniture. Chapter 9 1. Who do you think the ‘mourners” are? I read the book so I already know who they are. 2. How does Uncle Henrik explain to Annemarie why he and Mama lied to her about Great –aunt Birte? He explains that they lied to help her be brave, because they love her. 3. Find a line from this chapter that shows Annemarie is maturing. She understood that she was protecting Ellen the way her mother had protected her. Chapter 10 Vocabulary: typhus - a very infectious and deadly disease 1. What familiar phrase is in the psalm that Peter reads to the “mourners”? //he who numbers the stars one by one. . .// 2. How do you think most of the people at Uncle Henrik’s house felt during the wake? Most people felt scared and petrified that they were going to be caught. 3. How does Mama keep the soldier from opening the casket? Mama tells the soldier that great aunt Birte died of typhus and that it is still contageous. 4. Reread the psalm and Annemarie’s reaction to the reading of it. What do you think is the significance of the title of this book? What do you think? I think that Chapter 11 1. What is in the casket? Warm clothes 2. Why did Peter insist upon giving the baby some medicine? He insists because if the baby cries they will be caught. 3. One possible theme for this novel is that it is easier for people to be brave if they do not know everything. Use an incident that happened in this novel to prove this. When Peter gave the package to Mr. Rosen he did not tell him what was in it so that he would do it and be brave. 4. Find a section of this chapter that shows Annemarie no longer thinks of herself as the carefree child she once was "Annemarie smiled, but Peter's comment was no longer the lighthearted fun of the past. It was only a brief grasp at something that had gone." Chapter 12 1. Do you think Annemarie will meet any soldiers on the way to Uncle Henrik’s boat? Yes 2. What observations about waiting does Annemarie make in this chapter? She observes that it anxious to wait. 3. Why does Annemarie worry about her mother’s safety She worries because it is dark outside and mother could get lost or be found by Germans. Chapter 13 1. Why does Annemarie volunteer to take the packet to Uncle Henrik? She volunteers because mother hurt herself and is unable to go. 2. Why doesn’t Mama tell Annemarie what is in the basket? She doesn't to protect her from fear. Chapter 14 1. There is a reference to the story of Little Red Riding Hood in this chapter. Which characters from story are like Red Riding Hood and the wolf? Annemarie is like Little Red Riding Hood getting food to her uncle and the German soldiers are the wolves blocking the way to her uncle. 2. In this chapter we see that Annemarie is confronted with reality and begins to less of a child. What is the reality she confronts? She confronts her fear; the German soldiers. Chapter 15 1. What is your reaction to how the soldiers treated Annemarie? They were extremely rude to her! 2. List three times when the German soldiers are rude to Annemarie. My dogs smell meat. What are you doing here. They take all of Henriks food. 3. Why does Annemarie act like Kirsti? She acts like Kirsti to get past the gaurds. 4. Did anything Uncle Henrik tell Annemarie surprise you? What? No it did not surprise me because mama said it was important so if Henrik was worried about it must be important. Chapter 16. 1. How does Uncle Henrik define “brave” to Annemarie? Based on this definition, is Annnemarie be considered brave? Henrik says that to be brave you mustn't think about fears, but only about what you have to do. I consider Annemarie to be brave. 2. What secret information does Uncle Henrik share with Annemarie about the Rosens? He tells Annemarie that the Rosens are safe in Sweden and that he smuggled them over there. 3. Describe something funny that happens in this chapter. When Henrik talks about the soldiers he says, "They hate //getting their shiny boots dirty!"// What about the cat falling into the pail of milk? Chapter 17 1. This chapter takes place two years later after the war. How do the Danish people include their Jewish neighbors in the celebration? They hung flags of freedom for the Jewish people on their windows and balconies. 2. How did Peter die? How did Lise really die? Peter was shot. Lise was hit by a German army truck. 3. Where does Annemarie hide Ellen’s Star of David necklace? Annemarie hides it in Lise's trunk in the pocket of the yellow dress.

Your answers showed a good perception of what was going on in the story, Douglas. A Darkness Over Denmark Chapter 1

Why did Germany want to take over Denmark? In other words, what benefits did Germany gain by occupying Denmark? Germany benefited from railroad lines to transport war materials, Denmark also served as a geographic buffer zone between Britain and Germany and was a stepping-stone to Norway; most important of all Denmarks rich farming lands were larder for Germany, feeding millions of Germans their butter, pork, and beef. Chapter 2 What did KIng Christian do to defy the Germans? He rode his horse through town every morning ignoring Germans saluting him, but responding to the Danish citizens. How did the Danes defy the Germans? The Danes defyed the Germans by rideculing the German soldiers. Chapter 3 Briefly describe the different groups of Jews in Denmark. Use bullet points. How did Denmark treat its Jewish residents differently than other countries? Denmark treated the Jews in their country equal to everyone else.
 * recent Jews fledding from other countries
 * Jewish refugees from WWI
 * Viking Jews who have lived Denmark for centuries

Chapter 4 The resistance grew when others got the newspaper and knew what was going on and wanted to do something about it. What was the Churchill Club? The Churchill club was the first sabotage group. It was made up of teenagers. Chapter 5 The resistance either stole guns from German soldiers or made guns. Chapter 6 Johan legarth helped smuggle downed airman of the Allies to Sweden.Jorgen Kieler tried to blow up a bridge that transported war materials for Germany. Chapter 7 How did Werner Best manage to keep many of the Jews in Denmark? He kept them in Denmark by saying that there were to be no actions against Jews whatsoever. Chapter 8 Who is Niels Bohr, and how did he help the Jews in Denmark? In this book there is a person in this chapter with a similar last name. If you meant him he hid Jews in his house. Is there any part of the description of Ben Bogratschew's escape to Sweded that reminds you of details from //Number the Stars? // In his escape he was in the ships hold; just like in Number the Stars when Ellen hid in the ships hold.

Chapter 9 What affect did the persecution and round up of Danish Jews have on other Danish citizens? It made them mad that the germans were taking the Jews. It made them react and do things to help Jews. Explain what Bobs Peschcke-Koedt did to help the Resistance. Bobs took Jews into his home and hid them in his cellar. He also photographed them to get new I.D. Why was the bombing of the Shell House so important? It was important because in the Shell House had the largest collection of files on the resistance. If the information was not destroyed several lifes would have been lost. Chapter 12 How did Dr. Holm convince the Nazis to release Danish Jews? He went to the German HQ for soldiers and threw a party for the soldiers and while they were drunk he gave them a slip of paper to release the Jews. They signed it. Chapter 13 What action officially closed the books on the German occupation of Denmark? Werner Best being asking to be taken secretly to announce that he was going to surrender. When many of the Danish Jews returned to Denmark, what did they find? They found that their houses had been taken care of by there neighbors and that nothing was moved from where they left it. You need to finish answering these questions, Doug. Mrs. S. 11/18.

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