Haroun Chapter 7-9 Flashcards

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What do Haroun and the others think the shadow warrior is trying to say?

A source of stories

Abhinaya

Murder (correct)

His name, Mudra

What is the shadow warrior actually saying?

His name, Mudra

What is abhinaya?

Most ancient gesture language of all

What is unique about shadows in Chup?

They can change themselves, can pull in opposite directions, and have different personalities Signup and view all the answers

How is the cult master Khattam-Shud able to be in 2 places at once?

He separated himself from his shadow Signup and view all the answers

Where are the 2 Khattam-Shuds?

One of them has princess Batcheat captive in the citadel of Chup and the other is in the Old Zone Signup and view all the answers

What does Haroun volunteer to do?

To go to the Old Zone to save the ocean Signup and view all the answers

Why does Haroun want to volunteer?

He has heard about these stories all his life and now he knows they are true; he may be able to save them Signup and view all the answers

What is Blabbermouth's influence on Haroun's decision?

She wants him to go Signup and view all the answers

What is the wellspring?

A source of stories near the South Pole Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the ocean as Haroun nears the wellspring?

The waters of the ocean were growing colder and thicker; some of the streams of stories were full of a slow-moving substance that looks like molasses Signup and view all the answers

What catastrophe occurs that causes Haroun to doubt his heroism?

They got captured by the Chupwalas' Web of Night and Mali is nowhere to be found Signup and view all the answers

Describe what has happened to the wellspring.

The thick, dark poison is everywhere; there is no color or life; spoiled and turned to acid (poisonous) Signup and view all the answers

What do the Chupwalas look like?

All have the same strange reversed eyes; white instead of black pupils, grey irises instead of colored Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol on the Chupwala's uniform?

Zipped lips Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'wall of darkness'?

A colossal ship's vessel; a vast ark-like vessel standing at anchor Signup and view all the answers

What is the only phrase Haroun is able to say when he sees the ship?

Ark Signup and view all the answers

When have we heard the phrase Haroun said about the ship before and who said it?

When Rashid forgot his story Signup and view all the answers

What do the Chupwalas take from Butt the Hoopoe?

His brain (metal box) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'little emergency something' Iff the Water Genie gives Haroun?

A Bite-a-Lite that gives light for 2 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What have the Chupwalas invented?

Artificial darkness Signup and view all the answers

Who does the cult master Khattam-Shud remind Haroun of?

Mr. Sengupta Signup and view all the answers

Why does the cult master remind Haroun of Mr. Sengupta?

He takes things away from people like he took away Haroun's mom Signup and view all the answers

What does Blabbermouth steal from Haroun?

The disconnecting tool Signup and view all the answers

Why do the pages have such a challenging time lining up?

Many of them have the same number; they have to figure out which chapter and volume they belong in; there are errors in the uniforms so they have on the wrong uniform anyway Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest power of all?

Power of speech Signup and view all the answers

How does the greatest power of all help explain why General Kitab encourages the argumentative army?

He tells everyone who asks his secret battle plans so the army can use them Signup and view all the answers

How does Haroun's mood change as he reaches the twilight strip and why?

His courage weakens because he thinks they will die; this is because the twilight strip is so dark, so you can't see the enemy Signup and view all the answers

What is different about the story streams in the Land of Chup?

It is in the filthiest state Haroun had seen; it lost all warm colors Signup and view all the answers

Who is the shadow warrior's opponent?

His own shadow, but the shadow doesn't match the movement of the man's Signup and view all the answers

List 3 ways the Gups and Chups are opposites.

Gup is bright = Chup is dark Gup is warm = Chup is freezing Gups love stories and speech = Chupwalas hate them Signup and view all the answers

What shocking act does the shadow warrior commit at the end of this chapter?

The shadow spoke Signup and view all the answers

Why is Haroun upset that Blabbermouth stole the disconnecting tool?

Because he wanted to fix the problem for his father Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Shadow Warrior and Communication

Haroun and others misinterpret the shadow warrior's message as a threat of murder.
The shadow warrior is actually revealing his name, Mudra.

Gesture Language and Shadows

Abhinaya is identified as the most ancient form of gesture language.
Shadows in Chup can modify their forms, pull in different directions, and possess distinct personalities.

Khattam-Shud's Powers

The cult master Khattam-Shud can exist in two places simultaneously by detaching from his shadow.
One Khattam-Shud holds Princess Batcheat captive in Chup's citadel while the other resides in the Old Zone.

Haroun's Mission and Motivation

Haroun volunteers to venture into the Old Zone to save the ocean.
Hearing the stories of the ocean's plight motivates Haroun to take action, believing he can make a difference.
Blabbermouth encourages Haroun to go, influencing his decision.

The Wellspring and Ocean's State

The wellspring serves as a source of stories located near the South Pole.
As Haroun approaches the wellspring, the ocean becomes colder and thicker, with streams resembling molasses.

Doubts and Catastrophes

Haroun experiences a crisis of confidence when captured in the Chupwala's Web of Night and loses track of Mali.
The wellspring is contaminated with dark poison, devoid of color and life, corrupting its essence.

Chupwalas and Their Appearance

Chupwalas are characterized by reversed eyes, with white pupils and gray irises.
Their uniforms display a symbol of zipped lips, signifying suppression.

Encounters and Discoveries

The "Wall of Darkness" is a colossal ship resembling an ark.
Haroun can only utter the word "ark" upon seeing the ship, a phrase previously echoed by Rashid when he lost his story.

Conflicts and Thematic Elements

The Chupwalas extract Butt the Hoopoe's brain, encapsulated in a metal box.
Iff the Water Genie provides Haroun with a temporary light source known as a Bite-a-lite.

Inventions and Power Struggles

Chupwalas have created artificial darkness to control and manipulate.
Haroun associates the cult master Khattam-Shud with Mr. Sengupta, who also took away meaningful aspects of life, like Haroun's mother.

Tensions and Confusion

Blabbermouth steals the disconnecting tool, creating complications for Haroun.
The aligning of pages becomes difficult due to uniform errors and misnumbering, hinting at organizational chaos.

Speech and Strategy

The greatest power recognized is the power of speech, crucial for communication.
General Kitab promotes transparency with battle plans to inspire camaraderie among the argumentative army.

Emotional Landscape

As Haroun enters the twilight strip, his bravery diminishes due to the overwhelming darkness and uncertainty of threats.
The story streams in Chup are described as the dirtiest Haroun has encountered, stripped of warm colors.

The Shadow Warrior's Duality

The shadow warrior battles his shadow, a reflection that does not mirror his movements, symbolizing internal conflict.
Haroun realizes the stark contrasts between Gups (bright, warm, story-loving) and Chups (dark, cold, narrative-hating).

Climactic Moments

The shadow warrior shocks by speaking, breaking the silence.
Haroun's frustration grows when Blabbermouth's theft hampers his ability to assist his father.

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Test your knowledge of key concepts from chapters 7 to 9 of 'Haroun and the Sea of Stories'. This quiz covers important terms and definitions, including the significance of the shadow warrior and abhinaya. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of the text.