Scythe Chapters 1-2 Comprehension Quiz

What is the main duty of a Scythe in the book?

• To heal people

• To teach children

• To glean people

• To govern the cities

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Why do Citra and Rowan become apprentices to Scythe Faraday?

• They volunteered because they admired the Scythes.

• They were chosen because of their academic excellence.

• They were randomly selected by a lottery.

• They were chosen for their lack of desire to become Scythes.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is the "Thunderhead"?

• A powerful storm that affects the entire world.

• An all-knowing AI that governs the world except for the Scythedom.

• A secret society opposing the Scythes.

• A legendary Scythe weapon.

How does society view the Scythes?

• With fear and hatred

• With respect and reverence

• With indifference

• With envy

What is the significance of the ring worn by Scythes?

• It grants them immortality.

• It is a symbol of their authority to glean.

• It allows them to communicate with the Thunderhead.

• It contains a poison for self-gleaning if necessary.

What happens to a person who is gleaned?

• They are revived by the Thunderhead.

• They are permanently dead.

• They become apprentices to other Scythes.

• They are exiled to the outer regions.

Why are Citra and Rowan hesitant to become Scythes?

• They fear the power it would give them.

• They do not want to be responsible for taking lives.

• They believe the Scythedom is corrupt.

• They are afraid of the Thunderhead's judgment.

What is the "Scythe's Journal"?

• A manual on how to use Scythe weapons.

• A history book of the Scythedom.

• A personal diary that each Scythe must keep.

• A list of those who have been gleaned.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

How does the community react when a Scythe comes to glean?

• They protest and try to protect the chosen one.

• They celebrate as it is considered an honor.

• They remain silent and respectful.

• They attempt to bribe the Scythe.

What is the main conflict Citra and Rowan face in the early chapters?

• Deciding whether to join the Scythedom.

• Competing against each other for a single Scythe position.

• Trying to escape from Scythe Faraday.

• Learning how to use their new powers responsibly.