how was the rosens pride before the germans came to denmark

Even as a young child at the beginning of the novel, Annemarie understands the importance of pride. She sees it all around her––in her father's patriotism, Ellen's pride in her acting, and the Rosens' pride in their Jewish identity. Annemarie notes that the Rosens still maintain their dignity, even as they are about to escape to Sweden, disguised in tattered clothes.