Never Let me go Flashcards
(45 cards)
Who is the protagonist of the novel?
Kathy
Where is Hailsham located?
Norfolk
What is the role of the guardians at Hailsham?
They teach the students academics and life skills
What is the name of the art form that is highly prized at Hailsham?
Sculpture
What is the secret behind the purpose of Hailsham and its students?
The students are clones who are bred to donate their organs
Who is the person that Tommy seeks out to help him gain a deferral?
Madame
What does the term “completion” refer to in the novel?
The death of a student after they have completed their final organ donation
What is the climax of the novel?
Tommy completes his final donation and dies
Who is Ruth’s possible at Hailsham?
Laura
Who tells Kathy and Tommy about Madame’s art gallery?
Miss Emily
What is the name of the seaside town where Kathy and her friends take a trip?
Bournemouth
What is the name of the carer who is particularly cruel to the students at Hailsham?
Miss Lucy
What is the name of the headmistress at Hailsham?
Miss Emily
What does Ruth tell Tommy about his artwork?
Ruth tells Tommy that his artwork is too similar to Kathy’s work and lacks originality
What is the name of the boat that Kathy and Tommy see in the water during their trip to the coast?
The Kingfisher
What is the significance of the song “Never Let Me Go” that is mentioned in the novel’s title?
It is a song that serves as a symbol of the students’ yearning for connection and companionship
What does Tommy ask Kathy to do for him after he has completed his first donation?
Tommy asks Kathy to write to him and keep him informed about the outside world after he has completed his first donation
What is the name of the guardian who discovers Kathy and Tommy’s secret exchanges of artwork and poetry?
Miss Geraldine
What is the name of the school that Ruth, Kathy, and Tommy attend after leaving Hailsham?
The Cottages
What is the name of the woman who serves as a model for Madame’s art?
Lavinia
Who suggests that Ruth and Tommy try to have a romantic relationship?
Ruth
What is the “deferral” that Tommy and Kathy are seeking?
A rumour among the students at Hailsham that if they can prove they are truly in love, they might be able to postpone their donations for a few years.
What is the significance of the lost tape that Kathy finds in her belongings?
It contains recordings of songs that were special to her, Ruth, and Tommy during their time at Hailsham. It serves as a reminder of their past and their shared experiences, and also represents the importance of memories and the fleeting nature of time. The tape also contains a recording of a conversation between Ruth and Kathy where Ruth admits to intentionally keeping them apart to pursue a relationship with Tommy, which brings closure to their complicated past.
Who is the narrator of “Never Let Me Go”?
Kathy