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What did Thomas offer/do to help Kira remember what Annabella taught her?
What did Thomas offer/do to help Kira remember what Annabella taught her?
He could write down the names.
What does Kira go to gather from her old dwelling?
What does Kira go to gather from her old dwelling?
To get the plants flowers for the dying.
What does Kira request from Jamison for her work?
What does Kira request from Jamison for her work?
A place to grow a color garden, an airy place for dying plants, a place for fire pots, and water.
What is Thomas' job and what does he give Kira that he made?
What is Thomas' job and what does he give Kira that he made?
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What felt different for Kira after she made the first repairs?
What felt different for Kira after she made the first repairs?
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What bad feeling does Kira have?
What bad feeling does Kira have?
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What did Thomas do to Matt and Branchie?
What did Thomas do to Matt and Branchie?
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What did Kira and Thomas give Matt?
What did Kira and Thomas give Matt?
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What did Thomas show Kira regarding her embroidered cloth?
What did Thomas show Kira regarding her embroidered cloth?
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What was Kira so fearful about on her trip to Annabella's?
What was Kira so fearful about on her trip to Annabella's?
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What does Annabella insist about the beasts?
What does Annabella insist about the beasts?
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What does Kira ask Thomas about beasts and how does he respond?
What does Kira ask Thomas about beasts and how does he respond?
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What conclusion do Kira and Thomas come to when paired with Annabella's insistence?
What conclusion do Kira and Thomas come to when paired with Annabella's insistence?
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Study Notes
Support and Resources
- Thomas helps Kira by writing down names; she cannot do this because she is illiterate and forbidden from reading or writing.
- Kira returns to her old dwelling to gather plants and flowers necessary for dying fabrics.
Work and Requests
- Kira requests from Jamison specific resources for her work: a color garden, an airy space for drying plants, fire pots, and a water source.
- Thomas, a carver, crafts the singer's staff and presents Kira with a small box he made.
Physical and Emotional States
- Kira experiences pain in her fingers after completing her first repairs, indicating a physical toll from her work.
- She feels a deep anxiety regarding Matt's hunting trip, reflecting her protective nature.
Care and Gifts
- Thomas cares for Matt and Branchie by giving them a bath and feeding them, showcasing his kindness and responsibility.
- Kira and Thomas provide Matt with a bar of soap as his first gift, highlighting themes of generosity and friendship.
Creative Connection
- Kira expresses that her embroidered cloth has a voice; Thomas relates by showing Kira a carved piece of wood that also speaks to him, demonstrating a shared artistic bond and the calming power of creativity.
Encountering Fear
- On her way to Annabella’s, Kira is plagued by fear of the beast's sounds, revealing her inner turmoil and the pressures of their society.
Beasts and Beliefs
- Annabella firmly claims that beasts do not exist, countering Kira's fears.
- When Kira inquires if Thomas has ever seen a beast, he affirms he hasn't, suggesting a collective disbelief in the creature.
- Together, Kira and Thomas conclude, influenced by Annabella's authority, that the beasts must not exist, reinforcing their shared understanding and trust in her wisdom.
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This quiz focuses on key concepts and events from Chapters 9 to 11 of 'Gathering Blue' by Lois Lowry. It includes important details about the characters and their actions that drive the plot forward, emphasizing Kira's challenges and her interactions with other characters. Use these flashcards to test your understanding and recall of the material.
