Retrieval
What animal travels with Lira and Fenton?
A crow named Coal
What does “curdling like spoiled milk” suggest about Lira’s expression?
She looks sour, annoyed, or bitter
How does Lira feel about Alder before meeting him?
Jealous, irritated, or fed up
Give one phrase that describes the town’s steepness.
“Bristow was built on a steep rise”
What nickname do townspeople give Alder Everdeen?
The Pride of Bristow / the Brightest Briar
What does “dismissive flick of the eyes” show about the attendants?
They don’t respect Lira or Coal / they look down on them
Why do the attendants act respectfully only after seeing Fenton’s insignia?
Because they judge people by rank or status
Why does the writer describe the lantern light as “deep gold”?
To set a warm, late-evening atmosphere
What material is Bristow Hall built from?
Sandstone
300 – Why does the writer use the phrase “glimmered warm”?
To show the sandstone seems glowing or welcoming even in fading light
Why does Lira hope Alder will be awkward or unpleasant?
She wants him to match the negative image she has formed
Give one example of sentence structure used to add detail to Alder’s appearance.
Use of noun phrases (soft chestnut curls, pale green eyes) / Long descriptive sentences
What time of day is it when they arrive at the hall?
Evening / near sunset
What does the word “endangered” suggest about Alder’s situation?
He is in danger / someone plans to harm or kidnap him
What does Alder’s soft voice and apology suggest about his personality?
He is polite, gentle, humble
What effect does listing people’s praises of Alder create?
Shows he is adored everywhere / builds exaggeration and admiration
What does Fenton knock on when they reach the hall door?
A door / he knocks on the door.
Explain why “brightest briar” is capitalised.
To emphasise it is a title / to show importance / admiration
Why does Lira finally “give up and get on with hating him”?
Because he is actually flawless/kind and she cannot justify her dislike
Why does the writer begin several sentences with “Alder” or “He”?
To keep focus tightly on Alder as the subject of admiration