City of Ember Job Assignments

In the City of Ember, where darkness prevails due to failing power, students face Assignment Day, a pivotal moment where they receive jobs that will shape their futures. Lina Mayfleet and Dune Harrow, two students with different aspirations, navigate this day with mixed emotions. Lina dreams of being a messenger, while Dune desires to work on the city's power issues. After receiving undesirable assignments, they decide to trade jobs, aligning their roles with their passions. This decision sets the stage for their future endeavors in the city.

What is the primary source of light in the City of Ember?

• Flashlights

• Candles

• Street lamps

• Sunlight

Why do the people of Ember fear the darkness?

• The lights might never come back on

• They can't see their friends

• They might get lost

• They are afraid of monsters

At what age do children in Ember receive their job assignments?

• 10

• 12

• 16

• 14

What is Lina Mayfleet's wish for her job assignment?

• Messenger

• Doctor

• Teacher

• Electrician

What does the mayor bring with him to the classroom?

• A lantern

• A map

• A book

• A bag of job assignments

What job does Lina initially receive?

• Messenger

• Pipe Works laborer

• Electrician helper

• Greenhouse helper

Why is Dune upset with his job assignment?

• He wanted to be a teacher

• He thinks the city needs saving

• He dislikes running

• He wanted to work with Lina

What decision do Lina and Dune make after Assignment Day?

• To start a protest

• To leave the city

• To trade their job assignments

• To talk to the mayor