NLMG Chapter 7

Front

How do the students respond to the news Miss Lucy shares with them?

Back

They understand, but are not bothered by it.

Front

How do Kathy's feelings about Hailsham change after her conversation with Tommy at the pond?

Back

She goes from loving Hailsham to questioning it.

Front

What is Tommy's theory about Hailsham and the way the school taught students about donations?

Back

He feels that Hailsham 'programmed' the students to be accepting of their future donations.

Front

TRUE OR FALSE: Tommy has a tantrum when he finds out students are teasing him about his elbow injury.

Back

FALSE

Front

What does Miss Lucy tell the students about their futures?

Back

They are not going to be able to fulfill any of their hopes and dreams.

Front

What is the significance of Hailsham in the students' lives?

Back

Hailsham represents a controlled environment where students are sheltered from the harsh realities of their futures.

Front

How does the theme of acceptance manifest in the students' attitudes towards their futures?

Back

The students exhibit a resigned acceptance of their fates, often reflecting a lack of agency.

Front

What role does art play in the lives of the students at Hailsham?

Back

Art is a means of expression and a way for the students to prove their humanity.

Front

How does Kathy's perspective on her memories change throughout the story?

Back

Kathy begins to question the reliability and significance of her memories as she confronts the truth about her life.

Front

What does the character of Miss Lucy represent in the context of the story?

Back

Miss Lucy represents a voice of truth and moral complexity, challenging the status quo.