Character Profiles
What is the full name of the protagonist?
Ender Wiggin or Andrew Wiggin
What is the name of the zero-gravity training arena where Ender and his classmates participate in battle simulations?
The Battle Room
What recurring theme in Ender's Game explores the moral complexities of using children as tools of war?
The ethics of leadership and manipulation
What is the name given to the alien race that humanity faces in "Ender's Game"?
Formics or Buggers
Before becoming a writer, what profession did Orson Scott Card pursue?
Orson Scott Card studied theater in college and worked as a playwright and editor before transitioning to writing novels
Which character is Ender's older sister who is kind and smart?
Valentine Wiggin
Which army does Ender eventually lead to victory in the Battle School's competitive war games?
Dragon Army
In "Ender's Game," what symbolic representation does the Formics (Buggers) often hold for humanity?
The fear of the unknown and the threat of extinction
What event in Earth's history prompts humanity to prepare for potential future conflicts with the Formics?
The Second Invasion
What inspired Orson Scott Card to write "Ender's Game"?
Card was inspired by his interest in military strategy and his experiences teaching a course on the subject at Brigham Young University
Who is Ender's older brother who is ruthless and mean?
Peter Wiggin
What nickname do the other students give Ender due to his extraordinary skill at the Battle Room simulations?
The Xenocide
What does the game of the Giant's Drink symbolize in "Ender's Game"?
Ender's struggle with authority and his desire to overcome seemingly impossible challenges.
What unique ability do the Formics possess that makes them formidable opponents in battle?
The ability to communicate and coordinate as a hive mind
In what year was "Ender's Game" first published?
"Ender's Game" was first published as a novel in Analog Science Fiction and Fact magazine in 1977.
Which Battle School instructor helps and trains Ender by pushing him to his limits?
Colonel Hyrum Graff
What game does Ender initially do great at in the Battle School's recreational time, using it as a means to strategize and train his mind?
The Mind Game (Giant's Drink)
What is the significance of the Locke and Demosthenes subplot in "Ender's Game" regarding the exploration of power and influence?
It highlights the role of propaganda and manipulation in shaping public opinion and political agendas
What is the ultimate goal of the Formic invasions, as revealed later in the story?
To understand and communicate with humanity, seeking mutual survival
What prestigious science fiction award did "Ender's Game" win in 1985?
The Hugo Award for Best Novel
Which fellow student becomes Ender's closest friend and ally during his time at Battle School?
Bean or Julian Delphiki
Who is the ruthless commander of the Salamander Army, who becomes one of Ender's main rivals at Battle School?
Bonzo Madrid
How does the concept of empathy play a crucial role in Ender's development and his understanding of the Formic threat?
It challenges Ender to understand his enemies and ultimately influences his decisions regarding conflict resolution
What is the significance of the Formic Queen in "Ender's Game," and how does Ender's understanding of her influence the story's resolution?
She represents a potential avenue for peace and understanding between humans and Formics, leading to Ender's final decision to seek reconciliation rather than annihilation
Which prestigious literary award did Orson Scott Card receive in 2008 for his contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature?
The Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America in 2008.