Crowd Reactions and Discoveries

In Chapter 6 of 'The City of Ember', the city experiences a prolonged blackout, causing fear among its citizens. A town meeting is called, but the mayor's speech is unclear, leading to chaos. Doon and his father discuss the situation, highlighting Doon's frustration. Meanwhile, Lina discovers a mysterious box in her closet, hinting at a potential solution to the city's problems. The chapter ends with a reflection on the events and a prompt to continue to the next chapter.

What was unusual about the city's reaction to the blackout?

• People were excited and gathered in groups.

• There was a lively discussion about the blackout.

• The city was silent and people avoided talking.

• Everyone was celebrating the blackout.

What message did Lena carry multiple times?

• The blackout lasted seven minutes.

• The blackout was the shortest ever.

• The blackout was caused by a storm.

• The blackout was a false alarm.

What was the purpose of the town meeting announced by the mayor?

• To discuss the blackout.

• To celebrate a festival.

• To provide important information.

• To announce a new law.

How did the mayor's speech come across to the crowd?

• Silent and ignored.

• Loud and understandable.

• Blurry and crackly.

• Clear and reassuring.

What was the crowd's reaction to the mayor's speech?

• They remained silent.

• They applauded and cheered.

• They left the meeting quietly.

• They shouted and demanded answers.

What did Doon think about the mayor's handling of the situation?

• The mayor was a fool.

• The mayor was too strict.

• The mayor was doing a great job.

• The mayor was misunderstood.

What did Doon's father advise him about anger?

• Anger is a sign of strength.

• Anger can lead to unintended consequences.

• Anger should be ignored.

• Anger is always justified.

What did Lena find when she returned home?

• A clean and organized apartment.

• Granny searching through a messy closet.

• Poppy playing with toys.

• A note from the mayor.

What was Poppy doing when Lena found her?

• Crying loudly.

• Eating dinner.

• Playing with a mysterious box.

• Sleeping peacefully.

What was the condition of the box found by Poppy?

• It was brand new and shiny.

• It was filled with jewels.

• It was damaged with dents and scratches.

• It was locked and unopened.