Who Said What?
"Is this a prison?" (ch. 2)
Thomas
Describe Alby and Newt's roles within the Glade.
Alby is the leader, Newt is second in command.
Why do the Gladers use slang?
To create a sense of community and comradery.
What does the word hierarchy mean?
Hierarchy describes a system that organizes or ranks things, often according to power or importance. At school the principal is at the top of the staff hierarchy, while the seniors rule the student hierarchy.
What is the purpose of the Box?
The box is an elevator that brings supplies and new arrivals.
"I know you, I saw you in the Changing, and I'm gonna figure out who you are." (ch. 5)
Gally
Which character is described as being older than most of the other boys?
Alby
What happens at night in the Glade?
The runners come back, the giant stone doors shut, grievers come out.
What does the word perseverance mean?
Perseverance is not giving up. It is persistence and tenacity, the effort required to do something and keep doing it till the end, even if it's hard.
How does Thomas react when he sees Ben?
He becomes physically ill, dizzy, and nauseous.
"I think you should get to bed early- you'll need your sleep. Ah" - he stopped, held up a finger, pricking up his right ear- "it's about to happen." (ch. 4)
Chuck
Describe Gally's physical appearance.
Gally is described by Thomas as a fifteen-year-old boy who is tall and skinny, featuring black hair and green eyes. His most distinct features are a nose the size of a "small fist" that resembles a "deformed potato," along with bad, discolored teeth and a scratchy voice.
Who was in the room with Ben when he was going through "The Changing"?
Alby and Newt
What does the word initiative mean?
Initiative is all about taking charge. An initiative is the first in a series of actions. Initiative can also mean a personal quality that shows a willingness to get things done and take responsibility.
What animals live in the Glade? Name three
Cows, Pigs, Sheep, Chickens
"Chuck'll be a good fit for ya," ..." Wee little fat shank, but nice sap when all's said and done. Stay here, I'll be back." (ch. 2)
Newt
Who is responsible for keeping order when situations become tense?
Newt
What structural feature of the Maze prevents the boys from easily escaping?
The Maze changes and the walls move, making it hard to map.
What does the word anomaly mean?
An anomaly is an abnormality, a blip on the screen of life that doesn’t fit with the rest of the pattern. If you are a breeder of black dogs and one puppy comes out pink, that puppy is an anomaly.
They sting them, injecting some sort of chemical into the host. This causes the victim to have physical and mental effects.
"Whacker, if we told you everything, you'd die on the spot, right after you klunked your pants. Baggers'd drag you off, and you ain't no good to us then, are ya?" (ch. 2)
Alby
Which character shows the strongest immediate emotional connection to Thomas upon his arrival?
Chuck
What group is responsible for managing specific jobs in the Glade?
The Keepers
What does the word reconnaissance mean?
Reconnaissance is checking out a situation before taking action. Often it’s used as a military term, but you could also do reconnaissance on a new employee before you hire her, or a resort before you take a vacation.
What trick/prank does Chuck do?
He taps on the bathroom walls/door to scare and mess with Gally while he’s inside