Ender's Game Chapters 8-9 Flashcards

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What does the following statement reveal about I.F.: 'If Ender isn't the one, if his peak military brilliance does not coincide with the arrival of our fleet at the bugger homeworlds, then it doesn't really matter what our training method is or isn't.'?

This statement reveals the plan of the I.F. They are advancing toward the buggers. There is no war. The I.F. needs Ender to conquer them during the attack.

What is Dink's theory about the plan of the I.F.?

Dink says, 'If the buggers were coming back to get us, they'd be here. They aren't invading again....It's all fake. There is no war, and they're just screwing around with us....Because as long as people are afraid of buggers, the I.F. can stay in power...'

Why do the people view Rose de Nose with respect and resentment?

Rose de Nose is Jewish, and all Jewish military leaders win their battles, which gives them prestige. Those who are beaten by Jewish leaders can become anti-Semites.

Why does Dink want Ender in his toon?

Dink shows promise, and he wants to train Ender. Signup and view all the answers

What keeps Rose from bothering Ender even though he dislikes Ender?

Rose sends Ender straight to the enemy gate to get him iced immediately. Ender fires as he enters the gate before the enemy has time to take cover, freezing many soldiers and devastating the Centipede Army. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dink reveal about the true enemy?

Dink shows Ender that the true enemy is the teachers, who train the children to fight for their own agenda. Signup and view all the answers

What does the metaphor 'seed of doubt' about the bugger invasion mean?

After a conversation with Dink about the invasion being fake, Ender begins to listen more carefully to what people meant instead of what they said. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ender's desire to stop the practices with the Launchies reveal about his character?

Not wanting to continue the practices shows Ender's compassion for others. He fears the older soldiers will take out their contempt for Ender on the Launchies. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ender use the jeers of the onlookers as a teaching tool reveal about his character?

Ender tells the Launchies to remember the words of the jeering onlookers and use them to anger the enemy, demonstrating his strategic thinking. Signup and view all the answers

What leads Ender to violence? How does he feel about hurting others, even the enemy?

Ender hurts others when he has to save himself, but he does not like hurting people. Signup and view all the answers

In the Giant's castle, Ender looks into a mirror and sees the face of Peter. What does Peter symbolize?

Peter symbolizes what Ender does not want to be. Ender is horrified by the idea of becoming like Peter. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Peter rejected by the I.F.?

Peter was rejected because he is one of the most ruthless and unreliable human beings. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ender's family move to North Carolina?

It was for Peter, to provide a softening influence through nature. Signup and view all the answers

How does Valentine keep herself safe from Peter? What does this reveal about her character?

Valentine makes it in Peter's best interest to have her alive, showing her manipulative and protective nature. Signup and view all the answers

What meaning is in the statement: 'They have a word for people our age. They call us children and they treat us like mice'?

The statement reveals a theme in the novel: Adults are the enemy. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ender's Game Chapters 8-9 Study Notes

I.F. believes Ender's unique skills are critical for conquering the buggers during their upcoming attack.
Dink theorizes that the bugger threat is fabricated, allowing I.F. to maintain power by instilling fear in the populace.
Rose de Nose, a prominent Jewish commander, holds respect due to historical military victories but also faces resentment from those he defeats.
Dink recognizes Ender's potential and wishes to guide his training within his toon.
Rose's dislike does not prevent his tactical use of Ender's approach, which leads to a significant victory against Centipede Army.
Dink identifies the actual adversary as the teachers, who manipulate the children's motivations for their own ends.
Ender develops skepticism about the bugger invasion after discussing its legitimacy with Dink, prompting him to question what he hears.
Ender’s desire to cease harsh practices towards the Launchies exemplifies his empathy and concern for the well-being of others.
Ender strategically uses the taunts from onlookers as a motivational tool for his fellow soldiers, demonstrating his intelligence and self-control.
Ender resorts to violence only in self-defense, expressing discomfort with harming others, illustrating his inner conflict.
In the Giant's castle, seeing Peter's face reflects Ender’s struggle against becoming ruthless like his brother, which he dreads.
Peter's rejection by the I.F. is due to his ruthless nature and unreliability, indicating the organization's focus on moral character.
The family's relocation to North Carolina aims to soften Peter’s dark tendencies through exposure to nature and a different environment.
Valentine safeguards herself from Peter by ensuring her value to him, showcasing her cunning and ability to navigate their complex relationship.
The perception of children as lesser beings, reflected in the statement about being treated like mice, underscores the antagonism between adults and youth in the story.

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Test your understanding of key themes and concepts from chapters 8 and 9 of 'Ender's Game'. This quiz focuses on important statements and their implications regarding the International Fleet's strategy and Ender's role in it. Enhance your comprehension and recall of the narrative and character development.