City of Ember--The Instructions

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What does the 7th mayor do with the instructions?

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The 7th mayor tries to open the box with a hammer.

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Where are the instructions kept?

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The instructions are kept in a locked box with a timer.

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What happens to the mayor before he can open the box?

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The mayor dies before he is able to open the box.

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Who is responsible for keeping the instructions?

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The mayor is supposed to keep the instructions.

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What is the significance of the locked box in the story?

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The locked box symbolizes the secrets and knowledge that are crucial for the survival of the City of Ember.

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What does the phrase 'the lock quietly clicked open' suggest?

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It suggests that the moment of revelation or discovery has arrived.

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What role does Lina play in the story?

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Lina is one of the main characters who seeks to uncover the truth about the instructions.

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What does the term 'instructions' refer to in the context of the story?

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The instructions refer to the guidelines left by the Builders for the citizens of Ember to escape the city.

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How does the author use imagery in the description of the box?

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The author uses imagery to create a vivid picture of the box being forgotten and hidden away.