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Why did Luke's dad sell the woods?
Why did Luke's dad sell the woods?
The government forced him to
The Population Law went into effect before Luke was born and stated that...
The Population Law went into effect before Luke was born and stated that...
families could not have more than 2 children.
The only time Luke's family defied the government was when they...
The only time Luke's family defied the government was when they...
kept Luke.
When did Luke's 6th birthday occur?
When did Luke's 6th birthday occur?
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Why was Luke able to bear hiding while he was young?
Why was Luke able to bear hiding while he was young?
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Why wasn't Luke's mother scared when she became pregnant?
Why wasn't Luke's mother scared when she became pregnant?
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Luke's bedroom was in the...
Luke's bedroom was in the...
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Why didn't Luke tell his parents about his ability to look through the vents?
Why didn't Luke tell his parents about his ability to look through the vents?
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Besides his only family, the only human being Luke had ever seen was...
Besides his only family, the only human being Luke had ever seen was...
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The toy train Luke was playing with had first belonged to...
The toy train Luke was playing with had first belonged to...
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Luke had to start eating his meals from the stairs instead of at the table because...
Luke had to start eating his meals from the stairs instead of at the table because...
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What does Mark yell when he knocks on Luke's bedroom door?
What does Mark yell when he knocks on Luke's bedroom door?
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The first meal Luke ate from the stairs was...
The first meal Luke ate from the stairs was...
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Luke knew what the mailboxes looked like because...
Luke knew what the mailboxes looked like because...
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Mark offers to play what game with Luke?
Mark offers to play what game with Luke?
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In Chapter 3, Luke enjoys watching what from his room?
In Chapter 3, Luke enjoys watching what from his room?
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What stops Luke from complaining about eating on the stairs?
What stops Luke from complaining about eating on the stairs?
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Luke's father received a letter from the government ordering him to get rid of...
Luke's father received a letter from the government ordering him to get rid of...
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Who is going to be living in the new housing being built where the woods stood?
Who is going to be living in the new housing being built where the woods stood?
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Luke's parents were very concerned about the dropping prices of...
Luke's parents were very concerned about the dropping prices of...
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Study Notes
Key Characters and Context
- Luke is a third child in a society with strict Population Laws limiting families to two children.
- Luke’s family defies government regulations by keeping him hidden.
Population Control
- The Population Law was implemented before Luke's birth, mandating families to have no more than two children.
- Luke's father's decision to sell their woods was influenced by government pressure to comply with these laws.
Living Conditions
- Luke's bedroom is located in the attic, emphasizing his need for concealment.
- He started eating his meals on the stairs instead of at the table due to concerns from visiting workers about their household's privacy.
Luke's Experiences
- The obstacle of being hidden only allowed him limited glimpses of the outside world.
- Luke was able to endure hiding during his early years because he could retreat into the woods.
- The only other human he encountered outside of his family was a tramp, highlighting his isolation.
Family Dynamics
- Luke's mother remained optimistic about the government’s grip, believing they would outgrow their harsh policies.
- Luke harbored fears of sharing his secret ability to look through vents, worrying his parents would restrict him further.
Important Events
- On his sixth birthday, Luke's sense of normalcy was disrupted as his parents heightened their caution in response to government scrutiny.
- He had a specific enthusiasm for watching bulldozers from his room, a rare interest in the world outside.
Communication and Activities
- Luke and Mark's interactions, including playing checkers, offer him a small sense of companionship in an otherwise lonely existence.
- Mark’s abrupt entry calling “Open up! Population Police!” brings tension and fear about government enforcement.
Societal Impact
- Luke's father's receipt of a letter demanding the disposal of hogs exemplifies the invasive oversight of the government in personal and agricultural life.
- The construction of new housing in the area indicates an influx of government workers, further encroaching on Luke's family's privacy.
- Luke's parents expressed worry over declining grain prices, emphasizing their economic struggles linked to the overarching governmental controls they face.
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