Among the Hidden Ch. 1-5 Flashcard

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What is the main setting of 'Among the Hidden'?

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The story is set in a dystopian society where families are limited to having only two children due to government population control.

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What does the term 'Population Police' refer to in the book?

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The Population Police are government agents responsible for enforcing the laws regarding family size and hunting down illegal third children.

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What is Luke's main conflict in the story?

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Luke struggles with being a hidden child in a society that forbids his existence.

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What does Luke's family do to avoid detection by the government?

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Luke's family keeps him hidden in their home and restricts his movements to avoid being discovered.

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Why is Luke's existence considered illegal?

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In the society depicted in the book, families are only allowed to have two children, making Luke, as a third child, illegal.

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What does the construction of a luxury housing complex symbolize in the story?

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The luxury housing complex symbolizes the government's control over land and resources, as well as the disregard for individual families.

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How does Luke feel about being hidden from the world?

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Luke feels lonely, frustrated, and scared about being hidden and not being able to interact with others.

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What role does fear play in Luke's life?

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Fear of being discovered by the government shapes Luke's actions and decisions throughout the story.

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What is the significance of Luke's relationship with his family?

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Luke's relationship with his family highlights themes of love, protection, and sacrifice in a repressive society.

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What does Luke's mother mean when she calls him inside?

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She calls him inside to protect him from being seen by outsiders, particularly the Population Police.