Understanding Characters and Themes in Ember

Mr. Pete, a fourth-grade teacher, discusses 'The City of Ember' focusing on Lena and Dune's discovery of a plot and a mysterious message. They seek Clary's help to decipher instructions that might lead them out of Ember. The story highlights themes of hope, discovery, and the struggle against darkness.

What is Mr. Pete's role in the story?

• A scientist

• A guard

• A mayor

• A fourth-grade teacher

What have Lena and Dune discovered about the mayor?

• He is planning to leave the city

• He is a wise leader

• He is involved in a plot with Looper

• He is building a new city

Why does Lena visit Clary?

• To borrow a book

• To ask for seeds

• To invite her to a meeting

• To get advice on the instructions

What does Clary say about the darkness in Ember?

• It is only outside

• It is inside everyone

• It is a myth

• It is a temporary issue

What realization do Lena and Clary come to about the instructions?

• They are incomplete

• They are useless

• They might be important

• They are a prank

What does the word 'egress' mean according to Clary?

• A secret code

• A type of plant

• The way out

• A person's name

What is Lena's reaction to discovering the meaning of 'egress'?

• She is indifferent

• She is disappointed

• She is confused

• She is excited

What do Lena and Dune plan to do with the instructions?

• Burn them

• Give them to the mayor

• Decipher them to find the way out

• Ignore them

Why does Dune have trouble sleeping?

• His bed is uncomfortable

• All of the above

• He is excited about the discovery

• He is worried about the mayor