Final City Of Ember Test

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1. What was different about the City of Ember?

Explanation

The correct answer is that in the city of Ember, the sky was always dark because it is an "underground city". This suggests that the city is located below the surface of the earth, which is why there is no natural light from the sun. The darkness creates a unique and eerie atmosphere in the city, setting it apart from other cities.

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City Of Ember Quizzes & Trivia

Complete the quiz based on what we have read so far in the novel.

2. Why was Granny tearing up the couch?

 
 

Explanation

Granny was tearing up the couch because she was looking for something that had been lost.

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3. What does Lina purchase but then later begins to feel guilty about her purchase?

Explanation

Lina purchases colored pencils but later begins to feel guilty about her purchase. This suggests that she may have realized that she didn't really need them or that she spent money on something frivolous instead of something more practical or necessary. It could also imply that Lina may have been trying to save money or had other financial priorities, making her feel guilty about spending on something that she deemed unnecessary.

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4. Why did Doon want to trade jobs with Lina?

Explanation

Doon wanted to trade jobs with Lina because he wanted to work on the generator near Pipeworks.

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5. What happened to Granny? 

Explanation

The correct answer is "she died". This suggests that Granny passed away, possibly due to the severity of her illness or injury after falling and hitting her head.

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6. The builders said the people must live in the City of Ember for at least _______________ years before leaving.

Explanation

The builders of the City of Ember set a requirement for the residents to live in the city for at least 200 years before they are allowed to leave. This suggests that the builders intended for the residents to establish a long-term and stable community within the city. By enforcing this rule, the builders aimed to ensure the sustainability and continuity of the city's population.

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7. The people from Ember had never _____________

Explanation

The people from Ember had never met someone from another city/place other than Ember. This suggests that they were isolated and had limited interaction with the outside world. They were likely confined to their own city and had little knowledge or experience of other places and people.

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8. What surrounds the City of Ember on all sides? 

Explanation

The correct answer is darkness. This is because the City of Ember is located underground and is surrounded by complete darkness on all sides. The city relies on artificial lights to provide illumination, as there is no natural light source available. The darkness is a significant aspect of the city's setting and plays a crucial role in the story.

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9. Define Egress according to Clary. 

Explanation

Egress, according to Clary, is defined as a way out or an exit. It refers to a means of leaving or exiting a place or situation.

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10. What happened on assignment day?

Explanation

On assignment day, the students picked a job from a small cloth green sack as their new job.

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11. What is Lina's favorite day of the year? 

Explanation

Lina's favorite day of the year is Singing Day because it implies that she enjoys singing and finds joy in participating in activities related to singing. This suggests that she may have a passion for music and cherishes the opportunity to showcase her talent or engage in musical performances.

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12. According to Lina, which one of the following job assignments might have been considered a "Bad" job to have pulled out of the green bag? 

Explanation

Based on the information given, we can infer that Lina considers the job of a Pipeworks Labourer to be a "Bad" job to have pulled out of the green bag.

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13. Lina is content with the decision to live with Mrs. Murdo and has adjusted well to her new home.

Explanation

The given statement indicates that Lina is satisfied and happy with her decision to live with Mrs. Murdo. It also suggests that she has adapted comfortably to her new home. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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14. The guards are next in charge, behind the mayor.

Explanation

The statement suggests that the guards hold a position of authority and responsibility, ranking second only to the mayor. This implies that they have a significant role in maintaining order and security within the community or organization. Therefore, the statement is true as it establishes the guards as being next in charge after the mayor.

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15. ______________________ was to keep "The Instructions" for The City of Ember.

Explanation

The correct answer is the Mayor because as the highest-ranking official in The City of Ember, it would be their responsibility to keep and enforce the rules and regulations, including "The Instructions." The Mayor would have the authority and power to ensure that the important document is safeguarded and followed by the citizens of Ember.

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16. Select the person that would have stated this: " In my mind, I see another city. It isn't like Ember, it is white and gleaming." 

Explanation

Lina would have stated this because the quote describes her vision of another city that is different from Ember.

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17. Who did Doon see sleeping in the secret room within the Pipeworks?

Explanation

Doon saw the Mayor sleeping in the secret room within the Pipeworks.

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18. What event is described- " "shouts of alarm came from up and down the street, and then silence... Terror swept through her. I must stand still, she thought..She took a step. When she didn't bump into anything , she took another step, and the fingers of her right hand crumpled against something hard."

Explanation

Lina was out in the street when Poppy was lost and the lights went out. The description of shouts of alarm, silence, and terror suggests a chaotic and dangerous situation. Lina's decision to stand still and then take cautious steps indicates that she is trying to navigate in the darkness. The mention of her hand crumpling against something hard implies that she has encountered an obstacle. This scenario aligns with Lina being out in the street during a blackout, searching for Poppy who is lost.

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19. Doon is Lina's best friend.

Explanation

Based on the given statement, it is stated that Doon is Lina's best friend. Since this statement is given as a fact, we can conclude that the answer is true.

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20. The notice that greeted Doon, Lina , and Poppy after leaving Ember was written by The Builders.

Explanation

The notice that greeted Doon, Lina, and Poppy after leaving Ember was written by The Builders. This statement is true because in the book "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau, it is revealed that The Builders were the ones who created the underground city of Ember and left instructions for its inhabitants. The notice they find is likely a message left by The Builders to guide them or provide important information about the outside world.

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21. What color are the messenger jackets in the City of Ember? 

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The correct answer is red. In the City of Ember, the messenger jackets are red. This color is significant as it helps to identify the messengers and distinguish them from other residents of the city. It serves as a visual cue for their role and responsibilities within the community.

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22. Who found the note that was dropped into the City of Ember by Lina and Doon at the end of novel? 

Explanation

Mrs. Murdo found the note that was dropped into the City of Ember by Lina and Doon at the end of the novel.

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23. Who made the statement" Letting anger take over can lead to unintended consequences"

Explanation

Doon's Dad made the statement "Letting anger take over can lead to unintended consequences." This suggests that Doon's Dad recognizes the potential negative outcomes that can arise from allowing anger to control one's actions. By making this statement, Doon's Dad emphasizes the importance of managing anger and avoiding impulsive behavior that may result in unintended and potentially harmful consequences.

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24. How long did the lights remain out in Chapter 5---the longest blackout ever in Ember?

Explanation

In Chapter 5 of the book, there was a blackout in Ember, which is stated to be the longest blackout ever. The question asks how long the lights remained out during this blackout. The correct answer is 7 minutes. This means that the power outage lasted for only a short period of time before the lights were restored.

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25. Lina thought that the partial document was ______________________ (from the opened case)

Explanation

Lina believed that the partial document she found was "instructions for saving the city" because it would make sense in the context of the opened case. The phrase implies that there is a need to rescue or protect the city, which aligns with the urgency and importance of the situation. Additionally, it suggests that the document contains valuable information on how to carry out this task, making it a logical assumption for Lina to make.

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26. The Believers and Captain Fleery thought that __________________________.

Explanation

The Believers and Captain Fleery believed that the Builders were coming back to help/save the City of Ember.

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27. Decide which of the following statements is incorrect based on what you have read.

Explanation

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28. The molded  journal that Poppy tried to eat,  gave Lina and Doon reason to believe that disaster was close at hand on Earth before the volunteers moved into the City of Ember. 

Explanation

The molded journal that Poppy tried to eat is evidence that disaster was close at hand on Earth before the volunteers moved into the City of Ember. This suggests that there were already signs of decay and deterioration in the world outside of the city, indicating that the conditions on Earth were worsening. This supports the idea that the decision to move into the City of Ember was prompted by the impending disaster. Therefore, the statement is true.

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29. Granny ate Pineapple 4 times before the storehouses ran out of the fruit.  

Explanation

The statement suggests that Granny ate Pineapple 4 times before the storehouses ran out of the fruit. Since the statement is given as a fact, it implies that it is true. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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30. No one has been successful in creating a moveable light within the City of Ember--- all lights are indoors or street lights. 

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False. In the book "City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau, Lina and Doon successfully create a moveable light using a portable generator and a light bulb. They use this moveable light to explore the unknown areas outside the city.
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31. Generator: _________________ Builders: "Instructions"   

Explanation

Just as builders use instructions to construct buildings, a generator uses blueprints to create structures or systems. Blueprints provide the detailed plans and specifications needed for construction, similar to how instructions guide the building process.

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32. Students were assigned to their jobs for ________ years.

Explanation

The students were assigned to their jobs for 3 years.

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33. Lina, Doon and Poppy first saw a deer in the open field after leaving Ember and were shocked to see such a beautiful creature. 

Explanation

In the book "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau, Lina, Doon, and Poppy do not see a deer after leaving Ember. Instead, they are amazed by the natural world they encounter above ground, but the first animals they notice are birds. The existence of large animals like deer would be far beyond their initial experiences and expectations upon emerging from their underground city.

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34. What did Doon's father tell him about his job after the first day? 

Explanation

Doon's father told him to notice what no one else does about his job after the first day.

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35. What was the main reason that Lina and Doon decided to leave right away from Ember?

Explanation

Lina and Doon decided to leave right away from Ember because a reward had been posted for their capture. This means that someone was offering a sum of money to anyone who could find and bring them back. This would put Lina and Doon in great danger, as there could be people who would be motivated by the reward to harm them. Therefore, they made the decision to leave immediately in order to protect themselves and avoid being captured.

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What was different about the City of Ember?
Why was Granny tearing up the couch?  
What does Lina purchase but then later begins to feel guilty about her...
Why did Doon want to trade jobs with Lina?
What happened to Granny? 
The builders said the people must live in the City of Ember for at...
The people from Ember had never _____________
What surrounds the City of Ember on all sides? 
Define Egress according to Clary. 
What happened on assignment day?
What is Lina's favorite day of the year? 
According to Lina, which one of the following job assignments might...
Lina is content with the decision to live with Mrs. Murdo and has...
The guards are next in charge, behind the mayor.
______________________ was to keep "The Instructions" for...
Select the person that would have stated this: " In my mind, I...
Who did Doon see sleeping in the secret room within...
What event is described- " "shouts of alarm came from up and...
Doon is Lina's best friend.
The notice that greeted Doon, Lina , and Poppy after leaving Ember was...
What color are the messenger jackets in the City of Ember? 
Who found the note that was dropped into the City of Ember by Lina and...
Who made the statement" Letting anger take over can lead to...
How long did the lights remain out in Chapter 5---the longest blackout...
Lina thought that the partial document was ______________________...
The Believers and Captain Fleery thought that...
Decide which of the following statements is incorrect based on what...
The molded  journal that Poppy tried to eat,  gave Lina and...
Granny ate Pineapple 4 times before the storehouses ran out of the...
No one has been successful in creating a moveable light within the...
Generator: _________________ ...
Students were assigned to their jobs for ________ years.
Lina, Doon and Poppy first saw a deer in the open field after leaving...
What did Doon's father tell him about his job after the first...
What was the main reason that Lina and Doon decided to leave right...
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