01-03 Chapters

Question 1

What Taciturn mean?

Answer 1

Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little. Example: Davian often found himself frustrated by Wirr’s taciturn nature, which made it hard to gauge his friend’s thoughts.

Question 2

What is an Augur?

Answer 2

A person who interprets omens or is a seer. Example: Davian is an Augur, struggling with the loss of his powers.

Question 3

Who is Davian?

Answer 3

A young Augur struggling with the loss of his powers. Protagonist, brave, determined, curious.

Question 4

Who is Wirr?

Answer 4

Davian’s best friend, who harbors his own secrets and concerns about the future. Loyal and supportive, he stands by Davian through thick and thin. Key characteristics: Loyal, taciturn, resourceful.

Question 5

What happens in Chapter 1?

Answer 5

Davian realizes his lack of powers. He and Wirr decide to leave the school in search of answers, marking the beginning of their journey.

Question 6

What happens in Chapter 2?

Answer 6

Davian and Wirr travel through the woods around Caladel, encountering dangers and testing their resolve. They make new allies and face unexpected challenges.

Question 7

What happens in Chapter 2?

Answer 7

Davian begins to understand more about his powers and their implications. He and Wirr uncover clues about the growing threat and continue their journey.

Question 8

What is the Burden of Power?

Answer 8

The story explores how characters deal with the responsibilities and consequences of their abilities. Davian’s struggle with his lost powers highlights this theme.

Question 9

The Quest for Truth?

Answer 9

Davian and Wirr’s journey symbolizes the quest for truth and understanding, driving the plot and character development.

Question 10

Sometimes the most important battles are the ones we fight within ourselves.

Answer 10

Davian. Reflecting on his internal struggle and the challenges he faces as an Augur.

Question 11

Knowledge is power, but only if it is applied.

Answer 11

Wirr. Contemplating the importance of understanding and using one’s abilities and knowledge effectively.

Question 12

The School of the Gifted

Answer 12

A prestigious institution for training individuals with magical abilities. Starting point of Davian and Wirr’s journey. Key Event: Davian’s decision to leave the school.

Question 13

The Woods around Caladel

Answer 13

Dense and sometimes dangerous forests surrounding the School of the Gifted. Represents the transition from safety to the unknown as Davian and Wirr venture into them on their journey.

Question 14

The Capital of Ilin Illan

Answer 14

The bustling and grand capital city of Andarra, known for its political importance and historical significance. A center of political power and intrigue.

Question 15

How does Davian’s struggle with his powers mirror real-life challenges individuals face when dealing with personal limitations or changes?

Answer 15

Encourages comparison between the fantasy world and real-world issues of identity, growth, and self-acceptance.

Question 16

What motivates Wirr to support Davian despite the dangers they face?

Answer 16

Examines themes of loyalty, friendship, and the personal stakes involved in their journey.

Question 17

Identify the significance of the Boundary in the story’s plot and themes.

Answer 17

Explores the symbolism of the Boundary as a barrier between known and unknown, safety and danger.

Question 18

Explain the role of the Augurs in the society depicted in the book.

Answer 18

Discusses the historical and current significance of the Augurs, their powers, and how they are perceived by others.

Question 19

What are the key challenges Davian and Wirr face in the first three chapters?

Answer 19

Summarizes the obstacles and conflicts that drive the narrative and character development early in the story.

Question 20

Describe the relationship between Davian and Wirr.

Answer 20

Analyzes their friendship, mutual support, and how their bond influences their actions and decisions.

Question 21

How do the settings of the School and the Woods contribute to the story’s atmosphere?

Answer 21

Compares and contrasts the safe, structured environment of the School with the wild, unpredictable nature of the Woods.

Question 22

What themes are introduced in the first three chapters?

Answer 22

Identifies and explains major themes such as power, friendship, and the search for truth.

Question 23

Analyze the quote: ‘Knowledge is power, but only if it is applied.

Answer 23

Discusses the implications of this quote and how it relates to the characters’ actions and the story’s themes.

Question 24

Identify and explain any symbols introduced in the first three chapters.

Answer 24

Explores symbols such as the Boundary, the School, and others that represent larger concepts and themes.

Question 25

What are the implications of Davian’s decision to leave the School?

Answer 25

Examines how this decision sets the stage for the story’s plot and character development.

Question 26

How does the author build suspense in the first three chapters?

Answer 26

Analyzes narrative techniques used to create tension and engage the reader.

Question 27

Discuss the role of mentorship in the story so far.

Answer 27

Looks at how characters seek guidance and the impact of mentors on their journey.

Question 28

How do the characters’ backgrounds influence their actions and motivations?

Answer 28

Explores the backstory of main characters and how it shapes their decisions and interactions.

Question 29

What are the potential consequences of the Boundary weakening?

Answer 29

Speculates on the dangers and conflicts that could arise from the Boundary’s instability.