Among the Hidden

What is the main idea of Chapter 2 in "Among the Hidden"?

• Luke's family is planning a vacation.

• Luke is hiding because he is a third child in a society that forbids more than two children.

• Luke is excited about starting school.

• Luke's family is moving to a new house.

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Why does Luke's family have to hide him from the Population Police?

• Because they are planning a surprise party for him.

• Because he is a third child, which is illegal in their society.

• Because he is sick and needs to stay indoors.

• Because they are moving to a new city.

Analyze Luke's feelings about being hidden. What motivates him to stay hidden despite his curiosity?

• He is afraid of the dark.

• He wants to protect his family from getting into trouble.

• He enjoys being alone.

• He is too lazy to go outside.

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What inference can be made about Luke's relationship with his family based on Chapters 2 and 3?

• Luke feels neglected by his family.

• Luke feels loved and protected by his family.

• Luke is planning to run away from home.

• Luke is indifferent to his family's concerns.

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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 rural area far from other children.

• He is different from his family and they do not understand him.

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When did Luke's mother tell him about why he had to hide?

• the day the Government began clearing the land

• on Luke's 6th birthday

• on Matthew's 8th birthday

• the day the Population Police came to their house

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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

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Compare and contrast Luke's life with that of a typical child in his society.

• Luke has more freedom than other children.

• Luke has to hide, while other children can live openly.

• Luke goes to school, while other children do not.

• Luke has more toys than other children.

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Draw a conclusion about Luke's future based on the events of Chapters 2-4.

• Luke will eventually be discovered and punished.

• Luke will continue to live in hiding indefinitely.

• Luke will find a way to live openly.

• Luke will move to another country.

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Summarize the key event that happens in Chapter 3.

• Luke meets a new friend.

• Luke's father loses his job.

• Luke watches the construction of new houses from his attic.

• Luke goes to the market with his mother.

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