Scythe Quiz

What is the central premise of "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman?

• A group of teenagers forms a rebellion against a corrupt government.

• The story revolves around a society where people can only speak in rhyme.

• In a world without death, designated individuals called Scythes are responsible for population control.

• The protagonist discovers a magical realm hidden within the Earth.

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What is the name of the main character in "Scythe"?

• Rowan Damisch

• Citra Terranova

• Scythe Faraday

• Goddard the Immortal

How do Scythes in the novel "glean" individuals?

• Through public execution

• By banishing them to a distant island

• Via a painless injection

• Through a ritualistic dance

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What is the purpose of the Thunderhead in the novel?

• To control the weather

• To enforce the law

• To govern and manage society

• To communicate with the dead

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Who is Scythe Faraday, and what role does he play in the story?

• The antagonist who seeks world domination

• A mentor Scythe who trains Citra and Rowan

• A rebellious teenager trying to overthrow the Scythedom

• A political leader in the novel's dystopian society

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What is the purpose of the Scythedom in the novel's society?

• To entertain the public

• To control the weather

• To govern and enforce population control

• To promote art and culture

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Why are Citra and Rowan chosen to become apprentices to Scythe Faraday?

• They are the children of political leaders.

• They are random selections by the Thunderhead.

• They volunteer for the role.

• They are considered to have exceptional qualities.

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What is the Thunderhead's stance on gleaning?

• It supports and encourages gleaning as necessary for society.

• It opposes gleaning and seeks to abolish it.

• It is indifferent and doesn't involve itself in the matter.

• It considers gleaning a form of entertainment.

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What is the consequence of failing the Scythe apprenticeship?

• Exile to a distant island

• Immediate gleaning

• Forced labor in a mine

• Reassignment to a different role in society

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How do Scythes choose their names in the novel?

• They inherit names from previous Scythes.

• They pick names randomly from a list.

• They choose names based on historical figures.

• The Thunderhead assigns names to them.

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