Never Let me go Flashcards
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
What is the purpose of the students at Hailsham?
The students at Hailsham are clones who are being raised for their organs, which will be harvested when they reach adulthood.
Who is the first of the Hailsham students to become a carer?
Ruth
What is the significance of the “possible” in the students’ relationships?
A possible was what the students believed was who they were modelled from as clones.
Who is the “Madame” that the students are afraid of at Hailsham?
Madame” is a figure of authority at Hailsham who is responsible for the students’ artistic education.
What is the purpose of the “Gallery” at Hailsham?
The “Gallery” at Hailsham is a display of the students’ artwork, which is used to prove to the outside world that the students are human and have souls.
What is the significance of the “donation” in the novel?
The “donation” is the process by which the clones’ organs It is a metaphor for the loss of their humanity and their ultimate sacrifice are harvested for transplant.
What is the significance of Tommy’s artwork in the novel?
Tommy’s artwork is significant because it represents his desire to understand his own identity and place in the world. It also becomes a symbol for the students’ longing for connection and purpose.
Who is the “lost corner” in the novel?
The “lost corner” is a metaphor for the part of the students’ lives that has been taken away from them. It represents the memories and experiences that they will never have the chance to experience.
What is the message of “Never Let Me Go”?
Never Let Me Go” is a powerful commentary on the human condition and the value of life. It explores the themes of identity, love, and sacrifice, and encourages readers to question their own values and beliefs.
What type of Novel is Never Let Me Go?
A Dystopian Novel
What is a synonym for a dystopian world
A non perfect world
What creature does Madame resemble the students as?
Spiders.
Where did Kathy, Tommy and Ruth go on an adventure to
The shipwreck
Who was Tommy’s Final carer
Kathy
What magazines where Kathy so interested in?
pornographic magazines
What couple ask Kathy, Tommy and Ruth about the deferrals
Chrissy and Rodney
What piece of clothing does Tommy get mud over
His new Polo shirt
When Tommy got upset at Hailsham how did he react?
He had an outburst
What were the students told never to do?
Smoke and drink Alcohol
How did Kathy and Ruth become freinds
Ruth offered Kathy to play an imaginary horsy game to which Kathy took the” invisible rein”.
Summarise Never Let Me go in five words?
There a multiple thousands of possible answers you could of had words like:
Loss, love, secrets, clones, acceptance, friendship, love, sacrifice, human nature, identity, mortality, and the ethical implications of cloning,
Dystopian, Thought-provoking,
Poignant, Haunting, Philosophical, Elegiac, Atmospheric, Compelling, Melancholic, Beautiful
Mysterious, Disturbing
Emotional, Reflective, Provocative, Surreal
Unsettling,Enigmatic
Chilling, Unique, Literary
Intellectually stimulating
Ethical, Meditative, etc.
