The City of Ember

Front

What is the main concern Lina has about her job as a trash sifter?

Back

Lina worries that Ember might be running out of everything.

Front

How old are Lina and Doon in the story?

Back

They are twelve years old.

Front

What caused the message in the old box to be partially illegible?

Back

Poppy chewed on the paper.

Front

How many years after being locked was the box going to automatically open?

Back

200 years.

Front

Why did Doon want to be a Pipeworks laborer?

Back

He wanted to see the generator.

Front

What is the significance of the City of Ember?

Back

It represents a community facing resource scarcity and the struggle for survival.

Front

What role does Poppy play in the story?

Back

Poppy is Lina's younger sister, whose actions sometimes complicate situations.

Front

What does the generator do in the City of Ember?

Back

The generator provides electricity to the city.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The City of Ember'?

Back

The main theme is the importance of hope and perseverance in the face of challenges.

Front

What does Lina aspire to be in the story?

Back

Lina aspires to be a messenger.