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What happened to Will in Divergent?
What happened to Will in Divergent?
Tris shot and killed him
Approximately how much time has passed from the end of Divergent to the beginning of Insurgent?
Approximately how much time has passed from the end of Divergent to the beginning of Insurgent?
1-3 hours
How was Tris hurt?
How was Tris hurt?
She was shot in the shoulder
Why did Tris and Tobias turn to Amity?
Why did Tris and Tobias turn to Amity?
What is Dauntless' customary greeting?
What is Dauntless' customary greeting?
Why does Amity have to discuss Abnegation and Dauntless staying with them?
Why does Amity have to discuss Abnegation and Dauntless staying with them?
What does Tris do to her hair?
What does Tris do to her hair?
Why does Tris cut her hair?
Why does Tris cut her hair?
Why doesn't Amity have a recognized leader?
Why doesn't Amity have a recognized leader?
How does Amity decide to deal with the conflict between the factions?
How does Amity decide to deal with the conflict between the factions?
Why did Jeanine attack Abnegation?
Why did Jeanine attack Abnegation?
Why are Erudite essential to their society?
Why are Erudite essential to their society?
What was Caleb's research focus in his Erudite initiation?
What was Caleb's research focus in his Erudite initiation?
How was Tori able to alter Tris' aptitude test?
How was Tori able to alter Tris' aptitude test?
What request did Marcus make of Tris at the end of chapter four?
What request did Marcus make of Tris at the end of chapter four?
How is the city powered?
How is the city powered?
What justification did Tris attempt to use with Marcus to get him to tell her what the protected information was?
What justification did Tris attempt to use with Marcus to get him to tell her what the protected information was?
Why was Peter in Tris' room?
Why was Peter in Tris' room?
How do Amity initially react to Tris' fight with Peter?
How do Amity initially react to Tris' fight with Peter?
What is 'peace serum'?
What is 'peace serum'?
How do Amity distribute the peace serum to the populace?
How do Amity distribute the peace serum to the populace?
Who shows up in the solar-powered vehicles?
Who shows up in the solar-powered vehicles?
How do Abnegation hide from the Erudite?
How do Abnegation hide from the Erudite?
Why does Tris decide to destroy the hard drive she's worked so hard to protect?
Why does Tris decide to destroy the hard drive she's worked so hard to protect?
Why doesn't Tobias blend in with the other Amity citizens?
Why doesn't Tobias blend in with the other Amity citizens?
What important lesson did Dauntless initiation teach Tris?
What important lesson did Dauntless initiation teach Tris?
Who is already on the train after Tris, Tobias, Caleb and Susan jump on?
Who is already on the train after Tris, Tobias, Caleb and Susan jump on?
Who has been looking for Tobias?
Who has been looking for Tobias?
What do Tris and Tobias discover the factionless have done?
What do Tris and Tobias discover the factionless have done?
What is the 'old-age thing' with Dauntless?
What is the 'old-age thing' with Dauntless?
Why do the factionless have a high Divergent population?
Why do the factionless have a high Divergent population?
Why are the factionless uniting?
Why are the factionless uniting?
What sort of society do the factionless want to establish?
What sort of society do the factionless want to establish?
What does Evelyn want from Tobias?
What does Evelyn want from Tobias?
How do the factionless pass messages on to other safe houses?
How do the factionless pass messages on to other safe houses?
What information did Tris discover about her father?
What information did Tris discover about her father?
What is Candor's nickname?
What is Candor's nickname?
Who is Jack Kang?
Who is Jack Kang?
Under what charge were Tris and Tobias arrested?
Under what charge were Tris and Tobias arrested?
How is Candor going to try Tris and Tobias?
How is Candor going to try Tris and Tobias?
What is Tobias' deepest regret?
What is Tobias' deepest regret?
Why did Tobias stay in Dauntless?
Why did Tobias stay in Dauntless?
Why did Tris choose Dauntless?
Why did Tris choose Dauntless?
What did Tris say was her greatest regret?
What did Tris say was her greatest regret?
Flashcards
Tris's action in "Insurgent"
Tris's action in "Insurgent"
Tris killed Will in a moment of conflict, which is a key turning point in her development.
Time between Divergent & Insurgent
Time between Divergent & Insurgent
Approximately 1-3 hours, emphasizing the swift consequences of previous events.
Tris's injury in Insurgent
Tris's injury in Insurgent
Tris sustained a shoulder gunshot wound, highlighting the violence in her world
Tris & Tobias's refuge
Tris & Tobias's refuge
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Dauntless greeting
Dauntless greeting
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Amity's goal
Amity's goal
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Amity's decision-making
Amity's decision-making
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Tris's hair change
Tris's hair change
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Amity’s reaction to Tris
Amity’s reaction to Tris
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Erudite's attack on Abnegation
Erudite's attack on Abnegation
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Erudite's societal role
Erudite's societal role
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Tori's role in the plot
Tori's role in the plot
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Abnegation's tactic
Abnegation's tactic
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The factionless
The factionless
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Disruption in Amity
Disruption in Amity
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Tris's hard drive
Tris's hard drive
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City's energy sources
City's energy sources
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Factionless Divergents
Factionless Divergents
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Evelyn's action
Evelyn's action
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Tris's remorse
Tris's remorse
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Tobias's regrets
Tobias's regrets
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Tris & Tobias's charges
Tris & Tobias's charges
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Candor's trial method
Candor's trial method
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Factionless goals
Factionless goals
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Factionless communication
Factionless communication
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters in "Insurgent" (Ch. 1-17)
- Tris killed Will in a moment of conflict, which becomes a pivotal point in her character development.
- The timeline from the end of "Divergent" to the start of "Insurgent" spans approximately 1-3 hours, emphasizing the immediate consequences of previous events.
- During this period, Tris sustains a shoulder gunshot wound, showcasing the intense and violent nature of her surroundings.
- Tris and Tobias seek refuge with Amity, hoping to find support for the factionless citizens and to form an alliance against Erudite.
Faction Dynamics and Culture
- Dauntless members traditionally greet each other with a handshake, symbolizing their camaraderie and bravery.
- Amity’s discussions regarding Abnegation and Dauntless reveal attempts to maintain harmony despite underlying tensions between factions.
- Amity operates without a single leader, instead favoring collective decision-making for societal cooperation.
Character Development
- To symbolize her loss and desire for change, Tris cuts her hair short after her mother's death, marking a significant transformation.
- The Amity community initially reacts to Tris's aggressive behavior towards Peter by administering a serum to calm her, illustrating their pacifist philosophy.
Erudite Actions and Society’s Structure
- Jeanine Matthews, leader of Erudite, attacks Abnegation to obtain sensitive information, highlighting the aggressive tactics of this faction.
- Erudite plays a crucial role in society by streamlining processes and ensuring efficiency, underscoring their importance in this dystopian world.
Conflicts and Alliances
- Tori's background as an Erudite transfer allows her to alter Tris's aptitude test, reflecting themes of loyalty and betrayal.
- Conflict escalates as Abnegation attempts to hide from Erudite by masquerading as Amity citizens, displaying their desperation.
- The factionless, including characters like Edward, have organized their own faction and seek to dismantle Erudite power, hinting at rising tensions.
Thematic Elements
- Serenity in Amity is disrupted when Erudite soldiers, utilizing solar-powered vehicles, arrive, causing alarm among the factions.
- Tris's decision to destroy the hard drive she had protected emphasizes her determination to keep crucial information away from Erudite.
Societal Structures and Individual Choices
- The city operates on a mix of renewable energies, showcasing a balance of technology and nature.
- The factionless population is notably high in Divergents, as many fail initiation and subsequently find themselves outside the faction system.
- Evelyn, Tobias's mother, seeks support from him to mobilize Dauntless against Erudite, representing the complex familial and faction relationships.
Personal Regrets and Choices
- Tris harbors deep remorse over killing Will, signifying the emotional turmoil and consequences of her actions.
- Tobias's regrets center around his alliance with Dauntless, motivated largely by his relationship with Tris, while his decision to stay is framed by his affection rather than faction loyalty.
Legalities in the Faction System
- Tris and Tobias face severe charges, defined as crimes against humanity, reflecting the stern legalistic approach taken by factions like Candor.
- Candor plans to utilize truth serum in their trial of Tris and Tobias, highlighting their commitment to brutal honesty in justice systems.
Challenges and Goals of the Factionless
- The factionless aspire for a society devoid of factional divisions, focused on unity against a common enemy, Erudite, aiming to reshape societal norms.
- They communicate covertly using coded messages on billboards, demonstrating their resourcefulness in navigating conflict and secrecy.
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Test your knowledge of the first 17 chapters of 'Insurgent'. This quiz covers key events and character developments, including the aftermath of 'Divergent' and Tris's journey. Perfect for fans of the Divergent series looking to review important plot points.
