Vocab 1
What is the definition of the word ‘taut’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
adj. tightly stretched, strained (40)
ex. The tent’s ropes had to be pulled taut, otherwise the entire structure could crumble.
What is the definition of the word ‘furrows’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
n., a trench in the earth (38)
ex. Would the Mariana Trench be considered the deepest furrow in the world?
Who is the main protagonist?
Equality 7-2521
What is the biggest transgression/sin in this society?
Speaking the word “I”
What name do Equality and Liberty give each other?
Prometheus and Gaea (Or The Unconquered and The Golden One)
What is the definition of the word ‘brigade’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
n. a group of people organized to achieve a particular goal or purpose (29)
ex. Fred’s stupidity not only led to the death of Bella, but also his entire brigade.
What is the definition of the word ‘solemn’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
adj., serious in manner or appearance (68)
ex. Piper looked very solemn as she stood over her best friend’s grave.
Who is Equality’s main love interest?
Liberty 5-3000
At age 15, what is given to the people of the society? (Hint: use ‘mandate(s)’ in your answer.)
Life Mandates (jobs)
In what ways does Equality 7-2521 defy the rules about collectivism in his daily life?
By being alone, writing in a secret journal, and discovering a hidden tunnel where he conducts scientific experiments. He also defies the “Transgression of Preference” by being friends with International and falling in love with Liberty.
What is the definition of the word ‘fathom’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
v., to comprehend or understand (62)
ex. Hootie couldn’t even begin to fathom why he would ever do such a thing.
What is the definition of the word ‘infamy’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
n., an evil reputation brought about by something criminal (71)
ex. BPA-Free could never escape the infamy his life of crime had earned him.
Who is Equality’s friend? (Who is also a Street Sweeper.)
International 4-8818
Which item/invention is considered a great boon to mankind?
The candle
What is Equality 7-2521's primary "sin" or “curse” in his society?
He is physically stronger (and taller) than his brothers, he is smarter than his classmates, and he is curious and has a desire to learn.
What is the definition of the word ‘tarried’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
v., to delay or be tardy in acting or doing (55)
ex. Bob tarried with the man, talking about sporks in hopes of slowing him down.
What is the definition of the word ‘vice’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
n., an evil, immoral habit or tendency (47)
ex. Gambling was Neo’s only vice.
Who is the poor character who is often stricken with convulsions and has only half a brain? (Who is also a Street Sweeper.)
Union 5-3992
Members of this society are given 3 hours of social recreational time by going to the City Theatre. What are the plays about? (Hint: use ‘toil’ in your answer.)
The plays are about toil and how good it is
Why is Equality arrested and sent to the Palace of Corrective Detention? (And how does he escape?)
He was late returning home (from the secret tunnel), and he would not tell the Council where he was. He just breaks the door down to escape.
What is the definition of the word ‘lassitude’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
n. a feeling of being tired and weak, lazy attitude (40)
ex. After a big race, Egg felt a wave of lassitude rush over him.
What is the definition of the word ‘deign’? (Give a definition or use it in a sentence.)
v., to think it inappropriate to one's dignity, beneath a person's status (39)
ex. Steve considered himself of high status, and he might just deign to get a job.
Who is the oldest and wisest of all the Council of the Scholars?
Collective 0-0009
Why was Equality happy when he was assigned the job Street Sweeper? (Hint: use ‘atone’ in your answer.)
It was a way that he could atone for the transgressions he committed and it took away some of his guilt.
What major scientific discovery does Equality make?
He discovers, or re-discovers, electricity (the lightbulb) in the secret tunnel.