Melt Flashcards
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Who is Ele Fountain?
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A writer living in Hampshire, England with her family and pets
She has a stripy ginger cat and lots of spiders.
2
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What was Ele Fountain’s profession before becoming a writer?
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Children’s publishing editor with twenty years of experience
She worked in children’s publishing.
3
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What is the title of Ele Fountain’s first novel, and when was it published?
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Boy 87, published in 2018
The novel addresses the refugee crisis.
4
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What awards did Boy 87 win?
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Multiple awards
It was recognized for its themes and storytelling.
5
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What is the title of the children’s book of the year in 2020?
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Melt
Melt was released in 2021 and was shortlisted for several awards.
6
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What is the main theme of the novel ‘Fake’?
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Virtual friendships and control by big tech companies
It explores access to food, healthcare, and leisure.
7
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What year was ‘Fake’ published?
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2022
The novel won two awards and was nominated for others.
8
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What is the title of the novel published by Ele Fountain in 2023?
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Wild
It tells the story of Jack and explores our relationship with nature.
9
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What significant environmental issue is highlighted in ‘Melt’?
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Climate change in the Arctic
The average temperature is rising faster than the global average.
10
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What impact does climate change have on the Arctic environment?
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Loss of Arctic sea ice
Animals relying on cold conditions must adapt.
11
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What did the World Wildlife Fund predict regarding Arctic infrastructure?
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Up to 50 percent could be at risk of damage by 2050
This includes homes and buildings.
12
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When did oil drilling begin in the Arctic?
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1962
Oil was first discovered in Tazovskoye Field, Russia.
13
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How much oil does the Arctic reportedly contain according to USGS?
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Approximately 90 billion barrels
It holds 13 percent of the world’s undiscovered oil reserves.
14
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What is a major conflict in the novel related to Yutu’s father?
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His father’s work in the oil industry
He worries about the environmental impact of drilling.
15
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What traditional Arctic culture is referenced in ‘Melt’?
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Yupik and Inuit cultures
The book discusses aspects of these cultures through food and language.
16
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What does Yutu prefer to do instead of gaming?
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Study and understand the old ways
He wants to leave the village someday.
17
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What is the name of Yutu’s grandmother?
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Miki
She raised Yutu after his parents died.
18
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What is a key theme of ‘Melt’ related to the main characters?
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Bravery
Both Bea and Yutu exhibit bravery throughout the novel.
19
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Which character is bullied in school and struggles to make friends?
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Beatrice (Bea)
She faces challenges due to her family’s frequent relocations.
20
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What is the primary setting of the novel?
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Unnamed locations in the Northern Hemisphere
It includes a remote Arctic village and a town below the Arctic Circle.
21
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How does climate change affect Yutu’s village?
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Impacts traditional ways of life and future
The village faces challenges due to environmental changes.
22
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What is the significance of the quote by Chief Si’ahl?
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Reflects the theme of climate change
It emphasizes the responsibility we have towards the environment.
23
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What survival skills do Yutu and Bea demonstrate?
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Coping with bullying and surviving in the Arctic
Their instincts help them rescue each other.
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What is the narrative perspective of Yutu’s story?
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First-person perspective
This allows readers to connect deeply with his experiences.
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What does the story explore regarding friendship?
The evolution of friendships between Bea and Yutu
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It highlights their experiences and connections.
26
What is the definition of 'coming of age' as discussed in the novel?
Transition from childhood to adulthood
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It is marked by personal growth and self-discovery.
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What external conflict is established in the text?
Man versus nature
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This conflict highlights the struggles between humans and their environment, particularly in the context of climate change.
28
What literary device is used when sound is compared to 'an angry wasp'?
Simile
## Footnote
A simile is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two different things using 'like' or 'as'.
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What personification is used in the description of the wind?
The wind whistles
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Personification assigns human characteristics to non-human entities, enhancing the imagery.
30
How does the contrast of light and dark contribute to the theme?
It deepens the portrayal of the struggle against the wind's relentless power
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This contrast reflects the broader themes of conflict and survival.
31
What theme is introduced in the final paragraph regarding climate change?
The bonds which connect people and nature are beginning to fray
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This foreshadows the challenges faced by the protagonists in their relationship with nature.
32
What does Yutu's friend Sami tease him about?
Doing schoolwork and being a 'nerd'
## Footnote
This illustrates the social dynamics and peer interactions in Yutu's life.
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What traditional activity does Yutu's grandmother want him to participate in?
Bone carving and drumming
## Footnote
These activities reflect cultural heritage and the importance of tradition.
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What is akutaq, and what does it symbolize?
A Yupik word meaning 'to mix', often called 'Eskimo Ice Cream'
## Footnote
This traditional food represents survival and cultural practices.
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What internal conflict does Yutu face regarding tradition?
He wants to practice old ways but also desires to leave the village someday
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This conflict highlights the theme of coming of age.
36
What does Yutu compare the structure of their house to?
A rocky whale
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This simile connects their environment to local wildlife and cultural identity.
37
What does Bea's name, Beatrice, mean in Latin?
Joy
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Understanding her name adds depth to Bea's character and her experiences.
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What bullying tactic do the girls use against Bea?
They make fun of her and treat her as an outcast
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This introduces the theme of bullying and the challenges of fitting in.
39
What does Bea's father do for a living?
He is a geologist working for oil companies
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This profession connects to themes of social responsibility and environmental impact.
40
What does Bea's ability to fly the plane represent?
Her adventurous spirit and desire for freedom
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Flying symbolizes independence and the theme of coming of age.
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What does Yutu lie about to his grandmother?
Staying at Tom's house
## Footnote
This lie underscores his desire for independence and the conflict with his grandmother.
42
What metaphor describes Yutu's conflicted thoughts?
My thoughts are fizzing like water in a frying pan
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This vivid imagery portrays his internal struggle effectively.
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What does the term 'sea mother' refer to in Yutu's conversation with his grandmother?
A personification of nature's anger due to climate change
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This reflects cultural beliefs about nature's influence on their lives.
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What does Bea's choice of the name Hester for her cat signify?
Her admiration for adventurous women
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This choice reflects her desire to be different and her connection to historical figures.
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What does Yutu remember about standing up to someone as a child?
It was an act of bravery despite his fear
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This memory serves as a foreshadowing of the challenges he will face.
46
What does Bea's father promise her at the end of their conversation?
That this will be the last move
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This promise highlights the instability in Bea's life and her longing for permanence.
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What metaphor does Yutu use to express his wish for his parents?
He wishes his parents “might just rise out of the steam in front of me”
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This metaphor compares his longing to a snake rising from a basket when charmed.
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How does Bea feel about her mother not picking her up from school?
She regrets not having her mother come to pick her up.
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What does Bea's father promise her when he returns from work?
He promises to either take her flying or hiking.
50
What happens to Bea's geography textbook?
It is missing and everything in her locker is covered in honey.
51
What does Bea do in reaction to Lauren and Becky's bullying?
She pulls Lauren’s hair when the teacher is out of the room.
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What does the principal tell Bea after she is sent to her office?
The principal praises Bea for her knowledge of languages and tells her she doesn’t want to see her in her office again unless it is with “good news.”
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What does Bea's mother offer to do after Bea's father is busy?
She offers to take Bea to a bookstore café that has kittens for adoption.
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What kinesthetic image does Bea use to describe her entrance into school?
She describes it as “I flow through the reception with the tide of students.”
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What motif is used by the girls to bully Bea?
The bee motif.
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What does Yutu eat for breakfast before going hunting?
He eats bannock bread and akutaq.
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What does Yutu think about while heading out to hunt?
He thinks about how much he would have liked to have had a dog sled and team.
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What is a significant motif in Yutu's hunting chapter?
The sun.
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What does Yutu plan to do after not spotting any seals?
He plans to get up early and try again before going home.
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How does Bea feel when she is alone at school?
She feels anxious and isolated.
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What does Bea realize about her outings with her parents?
She realizes she only goes places with either her mother or father, not both together.
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What does Bea find in her locker after being bullied?
She finds a small, expensive jar of honey with a smiley face on a tag.
63
What happens to Bea in the bathroom during an ambush?
The girls push her down and bring her face to the edge of the water in the toilet.
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What does Bea's father tell her about coming home after school?
He tells her she should come home immediately after school, but adds that nothing is wrong.
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What does Bea's father indicate about his work during dinner?
He is preoccupied and quiet during dinner.
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What does Bea's mother do to cheer her up?
She makes her laugh by having a whipped cream mustache on her face from hot cocoa.
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What is the central theme of Yutu's experience in the cabin?
Survival.
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What does Yutu's leg falling through the ice symbolize?
The danger and desperation of his situation.
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What does Yutu find when he is about to give in to exhaustion?
He sees a dark shape in the snow, which turns out to be a hut.
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What does Bea's father tell her about going to the Arctic Circle?
He expresses a desire to take Bea with him.
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What does Bea feel when she sees her father’s tiredness?
She worries about him.
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What does the title 'Ambush' imply about Bea's experience?
It suggests that Bea is going to face unexpected trouble.
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What is the significance of the chapter titled 'Flight'?
It has two meanings: the literal flight to the Arctic Circle and the figurative 'take flight' as Bea escapes danger.
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The chapter illustrates Bea's survival instinct and the rising action in her story.
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What does Bea's father tell her about their flight time?
About four hours.
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What happens when Bea looks through the window of the building?
She sees her father on the ground, trying to get up, and realizes he is in trouble.
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What does Bea do when she sees her father is in danger?
She runs back to the plane and starts the engine to escape.
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What is Bea's reaction when she realizes she is almost out of fuel?
She sees a small building below and steers the plane towards it.
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What does Bea find when she wakes up after being unconscious?
She finds Yutu on the ground and realizes he might be hypothermic.
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What does Bea do to help Yutu after finding him?
She takes care of him, gets him out of wet boots and clothes, and gives him hot tea.
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What theme is explored in the chapter 'Lost'?
Survival and friendship.
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What does Yutu admire about Bea?
Her ability to fly an airplane.
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How does Bea feel about being alone?
She realizes she doesn’t want to be alone and is glad Yutu is there.
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What does the word 'kit' refer to in the chapter titled 'Kit'?
A set or collection of items, specifically the emergency bag Bea's father prepared.
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Fill in the blank: Bea's conflict in 'Kit' is about interacting with _______.
[other people].
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What do Bea and Yutu find while traveling back to Yutu's village?
Yutu's snowmobile.
86
What traditional food does Yutu introduce to Bea?
Akutaq, which is 'cloudberries in seal fat.'
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What does Bea think about when she feels anxious during their journey?
Her mother and Hester.
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What does Bea's grandmother do when Bea is inside the house?
She thanks Bea for helping Yutu and offers her food.
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What serious accusation is made against Bea's father?
He is arrested for corporate espionage.
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True or False: Yutu's parents are alive.
False.
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What does Bea say when she feels trapped at the end of the chapter?
'I'm trapped.'
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What does Yutu's grandmother say about reckless behavior?
'Reckless behaviour doesn’t usually end well.'
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What does Bea's experience with Yutu reveal about her character development?
She begins to open up and understand friendship.
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What does Yutu tell his grandmother about his bravery?
Yutu rescued Bea, too, showing his bravery
## Footnote
This highlights Yutu's character development and bravery.
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How does Grandma Miki acknowledge Bea's bravery?
She acknowledges Bea's bravery in getting away from the men at the airport
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This recognition strengthens the bond between the characters.
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What does Yutu's patience with Bea signify?
His belief in what she is saying and his desire to help her
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This aspect contributes to their growing friendship.
97
What serious accusations are mentioned in relation to Bea's father?
The accusations against Bea's father are serious, increasing Bea's anxiety
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This adds tension to the narrative and impacts Bea's emotional state.
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What does Miki offer Bea after serving soup?
Miki offers to help Bea get home
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This gesture signifies Miki's support and trust in Bea.
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What does Yutu's grandmother say about the travel route?
Yutu has only traveled the route once before
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This indicates Yutu's limited experience and adds to the story's tension.
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What does Miki believe about helping Bea?
Helping her is the right thing to do
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This belief reinforces the theme of support and friendship.
101
What does Bea find in her father's pants pocket?
A small scrap of paper
## Footnote
This scrap becomes a source of curiosity and concern for Bea.
102
What does the scrap of paper say?
Tell Bea – Hester
## Footnote
This message adds mystery and prompts Bea's thoughts about her father.
103
How does Miki's loan of slippers reflect on her character?
It shows her kindness and willingness to help
## Footnote
The slippers are handmade from sealskin, reflecting cultural traditions.
104
What does Bea think about living from the land?
She likes the idea of living from the land
## Footnote
This statement indicates her growing appreciation for Miki's lifestyle.
105
What does Yutu tell Bea about the arctic fox?
They adapt
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This reflects Yutu's understanding of nature and survival.
106
What sound does Bea associate with the ice cracking?
A noise like a gunshot
## Footnote
This simile helps convey Bea's fear and anxiety about their situation.
107
What does the polar bear's presence symbolize in the story?
It directly addresses the theme of climate change
## Footnote
The bear's behavior is a consequence of environmental changes.
108
What do the Northern Lights represent in Bea and Yutu's experience?
A display of natural beauty and cultural differences
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Their descriptions of the lights highlight their growing friendship.
109
What gift does Yutu leave behind at the cabin?
Mittens as a gift to the cabin's owner
## Footnote
This act of kindness reflects Yutu's character and respect for others.
110
What happens when they ride across the thawing ice?
Bea is thrown off the snowmobile, and Yutu injures his chest
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This incident creates a new challenge they must overcome.
111
What metaphor is used to describe the sunrise?
A fiery strip of orange creeps above the horizon
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This imagery emphasizes the beauty of the moment and Bea's awakening.
112
What does Bea feel when thinking about her father?
A flutter in her stomach
## Footnote
This reaction illustrates her emotional connection and anxiety about him.
113
What does Yutu say about the snowmobile after the accident?
The snowmobile is worse; they will have to walk the last part to town
## Footnote
This shifts their journey from a mechanical to a physical challenge.
114
What does the chapter title 'Fear' signify?
It confirms the sense of danger and urgency in their situation
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This title sets the tone for the events that unfold in that chapter.
115
What is the significance of Bea's statement, 'This is the end of the line'?
It represents both the literal end of the railroad line and the figurative end of her travels with Yutu
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This statement reflects Bea's transition and the conclusion of her journey together with Yutu.
116
Why does Bea feel strange upon arriving in town?
She feels strange to be on a tarmac road instead of the earth and snow
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This highlights her disconnection from her recent experiences in nature.
117
What does Yutu plan to do after Bea leaves?
He plans to fix the snowmobile and return to the village with help from his grandmother’s friends.
118
What symbolizes the growth in Bea and Yutu's friendship during their parting?
The silence between them symbolizes the awkwardness and depth of their relationship.
119
How does Bea's perspective change regarding her parents by the end of the story?
She realizes she wants to hear her mother worrying about her, indicating her coming of age.
120
What does Bea think about when she wakes up on the train?
She thinks about her last four days, her father, the men who attacked him, and her mother.
121
What is Bea's reaction when she arrives home?
She sneaks into the backyard, feeling nervous and overwhelmed.
122
What serious accusation is made against Bea's father?
He is accused of industrial espionage.
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What does Bea refuse to believe about her father?
She refuses to believe he committed the crime he is accused of.
124
Fill in the blank: Bea's stomach feels a 'flutter' indicating her _______.
nervousness.
125
What discovery does Bea make in her father's study?
She finds a piece of paper with a note that becomes a clue.
126
What does Bea find attached to Hester’s collar?
A USB stick.
127
What is the password Bea figures out for the USB drive?
wingcommander.
128
What do the files on the USB reveal about Bea's father?
They show he was threatened by the oil company for opposing drilling.
129
What action does Bea take at the climax of the story?
She sends the files and password to a local newspaper.
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What does Bea's father thank her for?
For being brilliant during the crisis.
131
What theme is highlighted by Bea's father's decision to start an adventure company?
Social responsibility.
132
How does Bea's mother recognize her growing maturity?
By allowing her to travel to Yutu’s village alone.
133
What does Bea observe about the bonds between people and nature?
They are beginning to fray but it's not too late to change that.
134
Define 'alliteration'.
The repetition of the first letter in a series of words to create meaning.
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What is an allusion?
A reference to something else, such as a literary work or historical event.
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What is the purpose of using contrast in literature?
To identify differences between subjects and bring attention to them.
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What is a dual narrative?
A narrative form that tells a story from two different perspectives.
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What is figurative language?
Language that uses figures of speech to emphasize or highlight something.
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True or False: Bea's final action is to spread the truth about her father's situation.
True.
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What does the dual narrative in the novel emphasize?
Parallels between the teens and differences in their lifestyles
141
Define figurative language.
Uses figures of speech to emphasize or highlight something
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What is a metaphor?
Directly compares two objects by replacing one idea with another
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What is personification?
Giving something not alive or not human the qualities of a person
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How does a simile function?
Compares two things that aren’t alike using 'like' or 'as'
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What is an idiom?
A phrase with figurative meaning that is hard to understand when directly translated
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What does imagery refer to in literature?
Descriptions that appeal to the five senses: sight, touch, taste, sound, and smell
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What is foreshadowing?
Hints the author gives to the reader about future events
148
List the five elements of traditional plot structure.
* Exposition
* Rising action
* Climax
* Falling action
* Resolution
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What is the point of view in the novel?
First-person point of view, shifting between Yutu and Bea
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Why are blank spaces used in the chapters?
To indicate a passage of time
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What is alliteration?
Repetition of the first letter sound in a phrase
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Define syntax.
The structure of sentences used by authors
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What is theme in literature?
The 'big idea' in a literary work
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What does tension refer to in a novel?
Feelings of suspense, anxiety, fear, uncertainty, anticipation, or stress
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How is tone defined in writing?
The author’s attitude toward the subject expressed through word choice and sentence structure
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Fill in the blank: A _______ compares two things that aren’t alike using 'like' or 'as'.
simile
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Fill in the blank: _______ is a literary device that provides hints about future events.
Foreshadowing
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True or False: Imagery only appeals to visual senses.
False
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What themes are present in the novel?
* Bravery
* Bullying
* Climate change
* Friendship
* Social responsibility
* Survival
