Hidden Skills Quiz

What is the main reason Luke feels isolated at the beginning of "Among the Hidden"?

• He is homeschooled and does not have any friends.

• He is an illegal third child, forced to hide because of population laws.

• He lives in a remote area far from the nearest town.

• He has a rare disease that requires him to avoid sunlight.

In chapters 1-5, how does Luke's family react to the new housing development near their farm?

• They are excited about the possibility of new friends for Luke.

• They are indifferent, believing it won't affect their lives.

• They are worried about the increased risk of Luke being discovered.

• They plan to move to a more secluded area.

What theme is most evident in Luke's longing for a normal life in the first five chapters?

• The importance of family

• The struggle for identity

• The desire for freedom

• The impact of government control

How does Luke first react to the sight of the new houses near his family's farm?

• He is curious and wants to explore them.

• He is indifferent, as he rarely goes outside anyway.

• He is upset because it means he can no longer go outside.

• He is excited about the possibility of meeting new people.

What does Luke's mother do for a living?

• She is a teacher.

• She is a nurse.

• She works at a factory.

• She is a homemaker.

Which character trait best describes Luke in the first five chapters?

• Rebellious

• Curious

• Outgoing

• Timid

What significant change happens to Luke's daily routine because of the new housing development?

• He starts going to school.

• He is no longer allowed to eat meals with his family.

• He must stay hidden in his room all day.

• He begins working on the farm.

How does Luke feel about his family's reaction to the government's population control policies?

• He understands and agrees with their caution.

• He feels betrayed because they don't fight the laws.

• He is indifferent, accepting his fate without question.

• He is confused and seeks to understand more.

What does Luke notice that makes him question if he is the only hidden child?

• A child looking out of a window in one of the new houses.

• Voices of children playing outside when all families should have left for work or school.

• A hidden message in the newspaper.

• A secret signal from a neighbor.

What is Luke's father's main concern regarding the government and their family?

• The government might increase taxes on their farm.

• The government could discover Luke and punish the family.

• The government will force them to move to the city.

• The government will take away their farm.