Exploring Chapter 3 of City of Ember

What is the main setting described in Chapter 3?

• An abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of town.

• A bustling city street filled with shops and people.

• A quiet rural village with few inhabitants.

• A serene beach with no signs of life.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Who are the primary characters introduced in this chapter?

• Charlie, Dr. Brown

• Jane, Mr. Smith

• Bob, Mrs. Davis

• Alice, Mr. Johnson

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What significant event occurs that impacts the citizens of Ember?

• A new mayor is elected, promising to improve the city.

• A festival is held to celebrate the city's history.

• A new trade route is established, bringing in more supplies.

• The generator begins to fail, causing power outages and resource shortages.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How do the characters feel about their environment in this chapter?

• The characters feel discomfort and unease about their environment.

• The characters are indifferent to their environment.

• The characters feel content and at peace with their surroundings.

• The characters express joy and satisfaction about their setting.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.6

What is the importance of the 'Instructions for Egress' mentioned in Chapter 3?

• The 'Instructions for Egress' are important for ensuring safe evacuation during emergencies.

• They serve as a manual for equipment maintenance.

• They outline the procedures for fire drills.

• They provide guidelines for building construction.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the chapter illustrate the theme of hope or despair?

• The chapter illustrates the theme of hope through resilience and support, while despair is shown through challenges and emotional struggles.

• The chapter shows hope through isolation and neglect.

• Hope is illustrated by the absence of conflict and struggle.

• Despair is depicted through moments of joy and celebration.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

What challenges do the characters face in their daily lives?

• Having a perfect family life

• Traveling to exotic locations

• Financial struggles, relationship issues, work-related stress, and personal insecurities.

• Winning a lottery

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What role does the concept of light play in this chapter?

• Light serves as a source of distraction and chaos.

• Light symbolizes physical beauty and aesthetics.

• Light represents knowledge and enlightenment, contrasting with darkness as ignorance.

• Light is merely a scientific phenomenon without deeper meaning.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

How do the characters' relationships develop in this chapter?

• The characters' relationships remain static throughout the chapter.

• The characters' relationships develop from tension to understanding and trust.

• The relationships shift from trust to betrayal and conflict.

• The characters become more antagonistic and distant from each other.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

What clues are provided about the history of Ember in this chapter?

• Ember was established by a group of explorers seeking treasure.

• Ember has always been a thriving city with abundant resources.

• Ember's history is marked by constant technological advancement.

• Ember was founded by the Builders, has a significant power source, and has experienced a decline in infrastructure and knowledge.