Magician's Nephew Chapter 8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What magical power had the Witch not lost?

Her strength

Who all came to the woods when Polly and Digory put on the yellow rings?

Polly, Digory, Witch, Cabby, Strawberry (the horse), and Uncle Andrew

What happened when Strawberry stepped in a pool to get a drink?

They went into another world

Describe the world that Digory, Polly, and all the others ended up in when they first realized they had arrived.

Dark, no stars, cold dry air, they stood on something cold and flat, empty, no wind Signup and view all the answers

Where did Digory first think that they had ended up?

Charn Signup and view all the answers

What did the Cabby do to 'pass the time'?

He sang hymns Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Witch respond, 'Have you forgotten that I can hear men's thoughts'?

Uncle Andrew wanted Digory to use the ring to get out of the world Signup and view all the answers

How did Digory respond to Uncle Andrew's request to use the ring's power to leave everyone behind?

You are a mean pig Signup and view all the answers

How did the Witch respond to the Voice and magic that was occurring in this world?

She hated it Signup and view all the answers

How were the sun from Charn and the sun of this world different?

The sun in Charn appeared old, but the one here looked young Signup and view all the answers

How did the Witch think she was going to escape 'this terrible world'?

She was going to try to take the ring from Digory Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Magical Powers and Characters

The Witch, despite losing her ability to turn people to dust, retained her strength.
Key characters involved when Polly and Digory used the yellow rings include Polly, Digory, the Witch, Cabby, Strawberry (the horse), and Uncle Andrew.

Transition to Another World

Strawberry ended up stepping into a pool for a drink, which transported them to a different world.
The new world presented was characterized by darkness, cold, and emptiness, lacking stars and wind.

Location and Atmosphere

Digory discovered that they had landed in Charn, a desolate and eerie world.
The overall environment was cold, dry, and they stood on a flat, cold surface.

Actions and Reactions

Cabby passed time by singing hymns amidst the eerie silence and isolation of the world.
Due to the Witch’s keen hearing, she was aware of Uncle Andrew's thoughts regarding Digory’s potential escape with the ring.

Character Interactions and Responses

Digory confronted Uncle Andrew’s selfish request to leave the group behind, calling him a “mean pig.”
Upon witnessing the magic and Voice of the new world, the Witch expressed hatred towards it.

Celestial Differences

The sun in Charn appeared aged and waning, while the sun in the new world looked vibrant and youthful.

Witch's Escape Plan

The Witch's intention to escape from the "terrible world" involved attempting to take the ring from Digory, highlighting her cunning nature.

Description

Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Chapter 8 of 'The Magician's Nephew.' Each card covers critical details about the characters and events, helping you reinforce your understanding of the chapter. Perfect for studying or revising key concepts.