The House of the Scorpion ch1-5

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Why was Matt unable to react to Celia?

Back

He couldn't believe she was real.

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How was Matt born or created?

Back

He was created in a laboratory.

Front

What did Matt see in chapter 2 that changed his life?

Back

Two children.

Front

What do Steven and Emilia say about Matt?

Back

He is a bad animal, not human, disgusting.

Front

What is revealed about Matt in Chapter 4?

Back

He is a clone.

Front

What is a clone?

Back

An organism that is genetically identical to another organism.

Front

What role does Celia play in Matt's life?

Back

Celia is Matt's caretaker and mother figure.

Front

What is the significance of the laboratory in Matt's creation?

Back

It highlights the theme of artificial life and ethical implications.

Front

How do the other children perceive Matt?

Back

They view him as less than human due to his origins.

Front

What does Matt's inability to speak signify?

Back

It represents his isolation and struggle for identity.