The Instructions
For how long are the citizens of Ember required to stay in the city?
They are required to stay in Ember for 200-220 years.
Where does Ember get its light from? Why do they sometimes go off?
The lights from Ember come from huge flood lamps mounted on poles on the tops of buildings. They sometimes go off because they are running out of power and supplies.
Where does Lina live? Who does she live with?
Lina lives in Quillium Square, in her Granny’s yarn shop. She lives with Granny and Poppy.
The girl was feeling _____________ after a long day at school.
Weary
The sweat ran down his face in _____ after the volleyball game
rivulets
Who is supposed to keep the instructions, and where are they supposed to keep them?
The mayor of the city is in charge of the instructions. They are kept in a locked box with a timer.
The people of Ember are afraid that something might happen one day. What is it?
They are scared that one day the lights will go off and not come back on
What happened to Lina’s parents?
Lina’s parents died. Her Dad died of the coughing : sickness, and her mom died when giving birth to Poppy.
hoisted
Describe what the 7th mayor did, and how it jeopardized the contents of the box.
He brought the box home and tried to open the box with a hammer. He died before he could return the box.
Describe what happens to the children of Ember when they turn 12.
When the citizens turn 12, they go to a special ceremony and get given their jobs.
Who is Poppy?
Poppy is Linas sister.
The essay the boy wrote was _______ and his teacher gave him a terrible grade.
Illegible
What happened to the mayor before he was able : to tell his successor about the box?
The mayor died before he could return the box.
What job does Lina draw?
Lina draws the job of Pipeworks Laborer.
What are the rules of the Messengers?
1. Repeat back the message to the customer
2. Wear your red jacket so customers can recognize you
3. Customers must pay you 20 cents, regardless of distance
4. Only give the message to who it is intended for
reluctantly
What job does Doon draw? How does he respond to this?
Doon draws Messenger. He is mad because he wants to work on the generator and save Ember.
Describe the Believers.
The Believers are stand in a circle, hold hands, and sing songs.
The referee's decision was absolute _______!
Hogwash