What did the banners in Harken Square represent?

Different songs for the Singing.

How did Lina plan to escape from the roof?

By flying with a makeshift parachute.

What two decisions did Doon face?

1. He could stay in the city and do what he could to save Lina. 2. He could go in the boat by himself and hope Lina would come later.

1. Telling his father the truth. 2. Lying to him.

1. Letting the citizens of Ember know the truth about the Mayor. 2. Leaving the city without telling anyone what he knew.

1. Leaving Lina with his father. 2. Taking Poppy with him.

How is Doon able to make his way through the darkness of the city when the lights go out?

He uses the matches and candles to see

He knows the city so well he can move through it without seeing

He uses the flashlight he got from his father

He waits for the lights to come back on before moving on

Lina was late meeting Doon because __________.

she waited for Poppy so she could bring her along

she went to tell Clary she was leaving

she went home to get her drawings

The best reason Chapter 17 was called "Away" was because _____________.

Lina and Doon were able to get away from Ember

Which statement contains a cause-effect relationship? (one event happens and then causes another to happen)

The lights went out, so Lina was able to escape from the mayor.

The mayor told Lina his duties were too complex to be understood by regular citizens.

Lina jumped from the roof of the Prison Room to the street.

There was a strange hush as if the city were holding its breath.

Lina runs down the street with a bundle in her arms. What is in the bundle?

The box that had the instructions in it

A bunch of turnips she got from the greenhouses

Why can't Doon and Lina drop the boat into the river at first?

The river would sweep the boat away

The boat has a large hole in the front

Doon is too heavy for the boat to float properly

There are no seats in the boat for them to sit on

What did Doon and Lina think the paddles might be for? Choose two.

to paddle, or push, your way through the water

How did Poppy get down the ladder to the boat room?

Lina tied Poppy to her chest using a sweater and her jacket to secure Poppy. then Lina climbed down the ladder with Poppy strapped to her.

Poppy jumped down to where Doon was waiting for her.

Poppy went down the ladder on her own, but with Doon below her and Lina above her in case she needed help.

Poppy stayed in the City of Ember.

Why did Doon want to take the long way to the pipeworks?

He didn't want the guards to see him.

He needed steps to get exercise.

It was the only way that had enough light to see.

It was a pretty walk and he wanted to relax.

Why can't Doon and Lina drop the boat into the river at first?

The river would sweep the boat away

The boat has a large hole in the front

Doon is too heavy for the boat to float properly

There are no seats in the boat for them to sit on

Why does Doon drip wax onto the floor?

To stick the candle to the floor

It burns his hand and he drops his candle

To show other people that Doon and Lina we already here

To make the flame on the candle go out

Finish this line from "The Song of Darkness": Black as sleep and deep as dreaming, Darkness like an endless night. Yet within the streets of Ember... _______

Bright and bravely shines our light

Smooth and sure we will stay and fight

Carefully, carefully, dims the light

Brave and boldly carries the light

Why did Doon go in the Pipeworks office in Chapter 17?

To replace the borrowed key onto the hook

To tell his boss, Lister Munk, goodbye

To grab his yellow rain slicker and boots

To get a map from the work desk

How did Doon and Lina get Poppy down the ladder?

Lina tied Poppy to her chest with a sweater

Doon carried Poppy on his shoulders

Lina went down first, and Poppy was right above her, climbing down on her own

Lina carried Poppy on her shoulders

How did Doon and Lina keep the boat from rushing down the river as they were getting into it?

They used a rope tied to a metal rod attached to the wall

They used the paddles to steady themselves near the wall

Doon held the boat as Lina and Poppy got in, then he jumped in quickly

All three jumped in the boat at the same moment, and the boat rushed down river

How did Doon and Lina know they were at the end of their trip?

The water was shallow and there was no place for the boat to go.

The boat hit rocks and got stuck.

There was a big sign that said, "Stop here and get out."

a wide path going up and leading out.

a cave in and they were trapped

What was the problem that Lina and Doon realized would keep others from following them out of Ember?

Lina had not given Clary the note explaining how to get out.

The mayor was mad and would not let the people leave.

There were not enough boats for anyone else to come.

What did Doon and Lina find on the path?

a Welcome sign from the Builders

The writer of the journal says that there is some kind of grand plan in place. What is the purpose of this mysterious plan?

To prevent people from disappearing completely from earth

To give everyone as perfect a life as possible

To create the biggest experiment ever attempted

To save as many animals as possible

Why has the writer of the journal been asked to be a part of this big plan?

She knows how to grow food really well

She is knowledgeable about machines and made the generator

She is the first mayor and has been trusted with the instructions

She was in the army and knows how to protect people

City of Ember chapters 14-20

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Once a year, the People of Ember get together for a great Day of _________________.

feasting

singing

gaming

reading

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was Lizzie hiding that fell out of her sack?

a key

colored pencils

food

a list of names

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Since the mayor was the one committing the crime, Lina and Doon decide to tell _____________.

the priest

the police

the guards

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What did Doon do when he couldn't sleep?

He imagined himself walking through the Pipeworks.

He drank a cup of tea.

He took a warm bath.

He worked on model cars.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What charge was brought against Lina and Doon by the guards?

stealing

breaking and entering

kidnapping

spreading rumors

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In Chapter 15, Lina and Doon hide from the guards in

the greenhouse

the Gathering Hall

the school

Harken Square

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Lina's reaction when she heard the guards shout?

She hid immediately.

She started shouting back.

She ran faster than ever before.

She surrendered.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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City of Ember chapters 14-20

Once a year, the People of Ember get together for a great Day of _________________.

What was Lizzie hiding that fell out of her sack?

Since the mayor was the one committing the crime, Lina and Doon decide to tell _____________.

What did Doon do when he couldn't sleep?

What charge was brought against Lina and Doon by the guards?

In Chapter 15, Lina and Doon hide from the guards in

What was Lina's reaction when she heard the guards shout?

Where did Lina decide to hide from the guards?

Why couldn't Lina enter the library?

What did the sign on the library door say?

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