City of Ember Ch. 1-5 Flashcard

Front

What happened to the chief builder's plan for the box?

Back

One mayor died before he could tell his successor about the box.

Front

What happened on Assignment Day?

Back

Students picked a job from a small cloth sack.

Front

Why was Granny tearing up the couch?

Back

Granny was looking for something that had been lost.

Front

Who was to keep The Instructions?

Back

The Mayor.

Front

What is a CAUSE/EFFECT relationship?

Back

A relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

Front

What did Lina do with her shoes and socks?

Back

Lina took off her shoes and socks, wrapped herself around the cold metal pole, and climbed up the light pole.

Front

What did Doon want to be near?

Back

Doon wanted to be near the generator.

Front

What did Doon do to be near the generator?

Back

He traded jobs with Lina.

Front

What is the significance of the box in the story?

Back

The box contains important instructions for the people of Ember.

Front

What does Granny's action of tearing up the couch symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes desperation and the search for lost hope or resources.