Kira's Journey and Challenges

In 'Gathering Blue' by Lois Lowry, Kira, a girl with a disability, navigates life in a dystopian society. After her mother's death, she faces threats from Vandara but is saved by her weaving skills. Kira moves to the council edifice, where she learns about the council's control over artists. She discovers her father is alive and learns about the council's manipulation. Kira decides to stay and weave her own future, symbolizing hope and independence.

What is the societal practice regarding the weak and sick in Kira's town?

• They are sent to a special hospital.

• They are left to die in the field.

• They are cared for by the community.

• They are given special privileges.

Why does Vandara want to take over Kira's home?

• To create a pen for children.

• To build a garden.

• To start a market.

• To expand her own house.

Who defends Kira during her trial?

• Vandara

• Matt

• Jameson

• Christopher

What skill does Kira possess that allows her to stay in the council edifice?

• Gardening

• Singing

• Cooking

• Weaving

What does Kira learn from Annabella?

• The history of the council

• The secrets of the edifice

• The art of singing

• The names of plants for dyeing

What do Kira and Thomas discover about Jo?

• She is a guardian.

• She is the council leader.

• She is being held against her will.

• She is free to leave.

What is Matt's quest related to?

• Becoming a guardian

• Rescuing Jo

• Searching for blue dye

• Finding a new home

Who is the blind man that Matt brings to Kira?

• A council member

• Her father, Christopher

• A stranger

• Her uncle

What does Christopher reveal about his past?

• He was a council leader.

• He was attacked by a rival.

• He was a famous singer.

• He was never injured.

What decision does Kira make about her future?

• To leave with Christopher

• To stay and change the future

• To become a guardian

• To abandon her weaving