The EDGE Chronicles: Stormchaser

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1. Who is the main character?

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The main character in this question is "Twig" because the question asks for the main character, and out of all the given options, "Twig" is the only one that can be considered a character. The other options are objects or parts of a tree, but "Twig" is a small branch or shoot of a tree, which can be personified or considered as a character in a story.

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The EDGE Chronicles: Stormchaser - Quiz


How well did you pay attention while reading Stormchaser? Let's find out!

2. What does Twig fly with at the end? (Davis)

Explanation

At the end of the story, Twig flies with a Caterbird.

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3. Who wrote this book?

Explanation

Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell are the authors of the book.

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4. The Stone Pilot is actually a girl.

Explanation

The given answer is true because it states that The Stone Pilot is actually a girl. This implies that the person referred to as The Stone Pilot is not a boy or a male, but rather a female.

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5. What is Mugbutt? (Isabel)

Explanation

Mugbutt is a term used to describe a flat-head goblin. This suggests that a Mugbutt is a type of creature or being with a flat head, likely resembling a goblin. The other options, such as Banderbear, Caterbird, Wig wig, and Ratbird, do not provide any indication of what a Mugbutt is, making them incorrect choices.

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6. Which word means to feel sick to your stomach?

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Nausea refers to the feeling of sickness or discomfort in the stomach, often accompanied by an urge to vomit. It is a common symptom of various illnesses and can be caused by factors such as motion sickness, food poisoning, or pregnancy. The word "nausea" accurately describes the sensation of feeling sick to one's stomach, making it the correct answer in this context.

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7. 'I must break free' he ______ through gritted teeth. 

Explanation

The phrase "through gritted teeth" suggests that the person is speaking in a low and angry or frustrated tone. The word "muttered" fits this description as it means to speak quietly and indistinctly, often in a discontent or grumbling manner.

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8. Who helped Twig repair The Windcutter?

Explanation

The Stone Pilot helped Twig repair The Windcutter.

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9. Which of these events happened first?

Explanation

Twig hearing a story from the Caterbird happened first because it is the only event mentioned that does not depend on any other events. The other events, such as the crew abandoning ship, the Caterbird leading the Edgedancer over the Edge, Twig breaking the rudder-wheel, and Slyvo sneaking Twig aboard the Stormchaser, all require some prior action to occur before they can happen.

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10. How do you make phraxdust?

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To make phraxdust, one needs to crush a piece of stormphrax at exactly twilight. This suggests that the timing of crushing the stormphrax is crucial in creating phraxdust. The other options mentioned, such as putting stormphrax in water, mixing stormphrax with powdered deadwood bark, or crushing a piece of stormphrax at any time, do not specify the correct method for making phraxdust. Additionally, it is mentioned that only Vilnix Pompolnius can make phraxdust, indicating that it is a specialized skill possessed by a specific individual.

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11. What is Cloud Wolf's real name?

Explanation

Quintinius Verginix is Cloud Wolf's real name. This can be inferred from the question which asks for Cloud Wolf's real name and the given answer option "Quintinius Verginix."

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12. It stretched across the curving _______ of the great storm like a network of electrical rivers. 

Explanation

The word "surface" fits best in the sentence because it describes the area or outer layer of the storm. The sentence suggests that the storm has a curving shape, and the word "surface" helps to convey this idea. The phrase "network of electrical rivers" further emphasizes the visual imagery of the storm, making "surface" the most appropriate choice among the given options.

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13. Which word means to always look on the bright side?

Explanation

Optimism means to always look on the bright side. It is the belief that things will turn out positively and the expectation of favorable outcomes. Optimistic individuals tend to have a positive attitude, focusing on the good aspects of situations and having hope for the future.

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14. Who does Twig save in the cage? (Nicole)

Explanation

Twig saves Caterbird in the cage.

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15. Who killed Screedius Tollinix?

Explanation

Twig is the one who killed Screedius Tollinix.

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16. The explosion ripped through the tower, reducing half of it to _______ rubble. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "smoldering" because it suggests that the explosion caused a fire or intense heat that left the remaining half of the tower covered in smoldering, burning debris. This word implies a slow-burning and smoky aftermath, indicating significant damage and destruction.

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17. What was the name of the sky ship Twig received? (Julia)

Explanation

The correct answer is The Edgedancer. This is the name of the sky ship that Twig received.

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18. How did Forficule die and who else died at the same time and place? (Savana)

Explanation

Forficule died while making Stormphrax with Slitch.

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19. How does Tendon die?

Explanation

Tendon dies by getting blown up while attempting to make phraxdust.

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20. Stormphrax is made of solid

Explanation

Stormphrax is made of lightning because lightning is a form of electricity that occurs during a storm. Stormphrax is likely a fictional substance that is associated with storms, and since lightning is a characteristic element of storms, it makes sense for it to be the correct answer. The other options, such as thunder, ice, and gold, are not typically associated with storms in the same way that lightning is.

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21. What did Screed take from Mim and her family?

Explanation

Screed took toes and money from Mim and her family.

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22. What is another word for vagrant?

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A vagrant is someone who is homeless, jobless, and wanders from place to place. The word "hobo" is another term used to describe such a person. It is commonly used to refer to individuals who travel by hopping on freight trains and often engage in temporary work to sustain themselves. Therefore, "hobo" is the correct synonym for vagrant in this context.

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23. With the treasury almost empty, how is Sanctaphrax kept from floating away?

Explanation

Sanctaphrax is kept from floating away by using many chains. These chains are attached to the city and anchored to the ground, preventing it from drifting off. The weight and strength of the chains counterbalance the buoyancy of the city, ensuring that it remains grounded and stable.

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24. Bargaining with Xintax from a point of ignorance would be ______.

Explanation

Bargaining with Xintax from a point of ignorance would be fatal. This suggests that not having knowledge or understanding about Xintax would have severe consequences in a bargaining situation. It implies that making decisions or negotiating without proper information or awareness could lead to disastrous outcomes.

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25. What is Twig's new name? (Oliver)

Explanation

The correct answer is Arborinus Verginix. This can be inferred from the question which asks for Twig's new name, implying that Twig has changed his name to Arborinus Verginix.

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26. Why does Screed take toes?

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Screed takes toes to collect the stormphrax under the nails. This implies that stormphrax is located under the nails of the toes, and Screed needs this substance for some specific purpose. The other options, such as using toes as art, making a pile to sleep on, making phraxdust, or eating when he gets hungry, do not provide a logical reason for Screed's action.

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27. Quintinius Verginix died in a shipwreck. 

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The statement "Quintinius Verginix died in a shipwreck" is false. There is no information provided to support this claim. Therefore, it can be concluded that Quintinius Verginix did not die in a shipwreck.

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28. Where did Hubble die? (Jared)

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Hubble died in The Mire.

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29. A _________ ruthless leaguesman by the name of Ulbus Pentephraxis had crept up on him with his hunting axe, and struck him a savage blow which had caught him sideways on, just below his ear. 

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Ulbus Pentephraxis is described as a ruthless leaguesman, indicating that he is well-known for his ruthless behavior. The word "notoriously" means being famous or well-known for something negative or undesirable. Therefore, the use of the word "notoriously" in this context suggests that Ulbus Pentephraxis is widely recognized for his ruthlessness, which aligns with the description given in the sentence.

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30. What is the color of Maugin's hair? (Kate)

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31. What is something Slyvo Spleethe NEVER did?

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The given options are actions that Slyvo Spleethe could have potentially done. However, the correct answer, "abandon ship," suggests that Slyvo Spleethe never left a ship in a time of danger or distress.

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32. What was in the envelopes that the crew of the Edgedancer threw onto Undertown?

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The crew of the Edgedancer threw Stormphrax onto Undertown.

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33. What was the 2nd person Twig met in the Twilight Woods? (Jacob)

Explanation

The Sepia Knight is the correct answer because the question asks for the second person Twig met in the Twilight Woods, and out of the given options, The Sepia Knight is the only one that represents a person. The other options, such as Garlinius, Bolnix, Quintinius, and Professor of Light, do not indicate a person's name or identity. Therefore, The Sepia Knight is the most suitable answer.

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34. What saved Twig's life when he abandoned the Stormchaser?

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Parawings saved Twig's life when he abandoned the Stormchaser. Parawings are a type of wings made from a lightweight and durable material that allows individuals to glide through the air. By using parawings, Twig was able to safely navigate his way down from the Stormchaser and avoid a potentially fatal fall.

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35. What type of creature is Maugin?

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Maugin is a trog.

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36. Wheezing with effort, the knight pulled off a ________.

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The correct answer is "gauntlet". In this sentence, the word "knight" suggests that the context is medieval or related to armor. A gauntlet is a type of armored glove worn by knights, so it fits logically in the sentence. The phrase "pulled off" implies that the knight is removing something, and a gauntlet can be taken off.

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37. How many chapters are in this book?

Explanation

The correct answer is 24 because the question is asking for the number of chapters in the book, and out of the given options, 24 is the only number that represents a possible number of chapters.

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38. What is NOT a characteristic of The Twilight Woods? 

Explanation

The Twilight Woods does not make you sleep forever. The other characteristics listed include living forever, never being able to rest, losing your mind, and going blind. However, sleep forever is not mentioned as a characteristic of The Twilight Woods.

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39. Which chapter did the Professor of Light die in? (Evan)

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40. People who die in a war or battle are called

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The term "casualties" is used to refer to people who die or are injured in a war or battle. It is a common term used in military contexts to describe the human cost of armed conflicts. The other options, such as "vagrants," "bizarre," "unlucky," and "gauntlets," do not accurately describe individuals who die in war or battle.

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41. Who is not a member of Twig's family?

Explanation

Spleethe is not a member of Twig's family.

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42. Who is the proprietor of The Bloodoak Tavern?

Explanation

Mother Horsefeather is the proprietor of The Bloodoak Tavern. This is indicated by her name being listed as one of the options and the fact that she is the only option that matches the given question.

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43. Indigo is to blue/purple as sepia is to 

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Indigo is a shade of blue/purple, while sepia is a shade of red/brown. Both indigo and sepia are colors, and the relationship between them is that they are shades within their respective color categories. Therefore, the correct answer is red/brown.

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44. What does Twig name his sky ship?

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45. Something that is going to happen whether you want it to or not is called

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Imminent means something that is about to happen or occur very soon, regardless of whether you want it to happen or not. It refers to an event or situation that is impending and cannot be avoided or prevented. Therefore, it is the most appropriate term to describe something that is going to happen whether you want it to or not.

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46. Which chapter did Twig see the Sepia Knight? (Philip)

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Twig saw the Sepia Knight in Chapter 13.

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47. When the air was as still as it was now, however, parawinging was ________.

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When the air is still, parawinging becomes dangerous or risky. The word "perilous" means full of danger or risk, which fits the context of the sentence. It suggests that parawinging is not recommended or safe to do when the air is calm.

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48. Which chapter is Twig NOT in?

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Twig is not in the chapter titled "Cries and Whispers" (Chapter 3).

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49. Vilnix Pompolnius escaped from Sanctaphrax.

Explanation

The statement says that Vilnix Pompolnius escaped from Sanctaphrax. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that this statement is not true. Therefore, it can be inferred that Vilnix Pompolnius did not escape from Sanctaphrax.

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50. Who was interrogated?

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Forficule was the one who was interrogated.

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Who is the main character?
What does Twig fly with at the end? (Davis)
Who wrote this book?
The Stone Pilot is actually a girl.
What is Mugbutt? (Isabel)
Which word means to feel sick to your stomach?
'I must break free' he ______ through gritted teeth. 
Who helped Twig repair The Windcutter?
Which of these events happened first?
How do you make phraxdust?
What is Cloud Wolf's real name?
It stretched across the curving _______ of the great storm like a...
Which word means to always look on the bright side?
Who does Twig save in the cage? (Nicole)
Who killed Screedius Tollinix?
The explosion ripped through the tower, reducing half of it to _______...
What was the name of the sky ship Twig received? (Julia)
How did Forficule die and who else died at the same time and place?...
How does Tendon die?
Stormphrax is made of solid
What did Screed take from Mim and her family?
What is another word for vagrant?
With the treasury almost empty, how is Sanctaphrax kept from floating...
Bargaining with Xintax from a point of ignorance would be ______.
What is Twig's new name? (Oliver)
Why does Screed take toes?
Quintinius Verginix died in a shipwreck. 
Where did Hubble die? (Jared)
A _________ ruthless leaguesman by the name of Ulbus Pentephraxis had...
What is the color of Maugin's hair? (Kate)
What is something Slyvo Spleethe NEVER did?
What was in the envelopes that the crew of the Edgedancer threw onto...
What was the 2nd person Twig met in the Twilight Woods? (Jacob)
What saved Twig's life when he abandoned the Stormchaser?
What type of creature is Maugin?
Wheezing with effort, the knight pulled off a ________.
How many chapters are in this book?
What is NOT a characteristic of The Twilight Woods? 
Which chapter did the Professor of Light die in? (Evan)
People who die in a war or battle are called
Who is not a member of Twig's family?
Who is the proprietor of The Bloodoak Tavern?
Indigo is to blue/purple as sepia is to 
What does Twig name his sky ship?
Something that is going to happen whether you want it to or not is...
Which chapter did Twig see the Sepia Knight? (Philip)
When the air was as still as it was now, however, parawinging was...
Which chapter is Twig NOT in?
Vilnix Pompolnius escaped from Sanctaphrax.
Who was interrogated?
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