Erasure by Sakinah Hofler

Who was the first person to disappear?

• Terrell Davis

• Johanna Petit-Frere

• Danielle Holmes

• Raida Taylor

What clue suggested that Johanna Petit-Frere had disappeared?

• Her phone was left behind?

• Her stilettos were found, but no sign of her.

• Her car was unlocked and in the parking garage.

• She didn't show up for work for a week.

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What did colleagues notice about Terrell Davis just before he disappeared?

• His reflection fading in a window.

• His computer screen went blank.

• His voice grew faint.

• The fire alarm became visible through his body.

What is the global impact of the disappearances according to the story?

• Only people from inner cities vanish.

• Only high-ranking officials disappear.

• Only the elderly and sick are affected.

• People from diverse regions, including whole countries and islands, disappear.

What theory do the characters propose to explain the disappearances?

• Aliens

• A government conspiracy

• God's intervention

• Global protest stunt

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What societal changes occur as a result of the mass disappearances?

• New technologies emerge to prevent further disappearances.

• World leaders mandate the creation of more jobs.

• The remaining population is forced to take on additional work and responsibilities.

• The remaining population grows more apathetic to the situation.

What was the first sign of Danielle Holmes's disappearance?

• Her absence at the monthly meeting.

• Her car was left unlocked in the parking lot.

• Her purse was found in the office.

• Her failure to forward productivity rates.

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How did the office initially rationalize Danielle's disappearance?

• She was on vacation.

• She was fired.

• She left for a dental appointment.

• She was transferred to another department.

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How is Johanna Petit-Frere described in contrast to Danielle Holmes?

• Quiet and reserved

• Angry and loud

• Calm and collected

• Shy and introverted

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What actions did the remaining employees take after Terrell's disappearance?

• The started working in larger groups.

• They continued working as usual.

• They reported the incident to police.

• They resigned from their jobs.

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