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Who is the author of Scythe?
Who is the author of Scythe?
Neal Shusterman
In what month did the scythe arrive at Citra's house the first time?
In what month did the scythe arrive at Citra's house the first time?
November
What color would a scythe not wear?
What color would a scythe not wear?
Black
What often said a lot about a scythe's personality?
What often said a lot about a scythe's personality?
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What were the Terranovas having for dinner?
What were the Terranovas having for dinner?
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Who was Citra's brother?
Who was Citra's brother?
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Who was the scythe that entered the Terranovas' home?
Who was the scythe that entered the Terranovas' home?
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What scientist did Ben once do a report on?
What scientist did Ben once do a report on?
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How many times has Scythe Faraday turned the corner?
How many times has Scythe Faraday turned the corner?
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What is Scythe Faraday's natural age?
What is Scythe Faraday's natural age?
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What is Citra's mother's occupation?
What is Citra's mother's occupation?
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Where does Citra's father work in?
Where does Citra's father work in?
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What is Citra's mother's name?
What is Citra's mother's name?
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Who did Scythe Faraday grant immunity to while eating at Citra's house?
Who did Scythe Faraday grant immunity to while eating at Citra's house?
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What did Scythe Faraday grab from the Terranovas' kitchen?
What did Scythe Faraday grab from the Terranovas' kitchen?
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What color does the ring glow when immunity is granted?
What color does the ring glow when immunity is granted?
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What was their neighbor's name?
What was their neighbor's name?
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What does Scythe Faraday say is the first requirement to be a good scythe?
What does Scythe Faraday say is the first requirement to be a good scythe?
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What did Scythe Faraday use to murder Bridget Chadwell?
What did Scythe Faraday use to murder Bridget Chadwell?
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What did Citra do to the knife after Scythe Faraday gave it back to her?
What did Citra do to the knife after Scythe Faraday gave it back to her?
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How many times had Rowan's grandmother turned the corner?
How many times had Rowan's grandmother turned the corner?
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How old is Rowan's mother?
How old is Rowan's mother?
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How old is Rowan's grandmother?
How old is Rowan's grandmother?
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What story did Tyger hurl himself off?
What story did Tyger hurl himself off?
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Where was Rowan's grandfather living?
Where was Rowan's grandfather living?
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What was the youngest genetic therapy could take a person?
What was the youngest genetic therapy could take a person?
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What was the name of the club Rowan had started at school?
What was the name of the club Rowan had started at school?
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How many members did Iceberg Heads have?
How many members did Iceberg Heads have?
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How much is the first revival?
How much is the first revival?
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What position did Kohl play in his school's football team?
What position did Kohl play in his school's football team?
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What do they call the time where people died naturally?
What do they call the time where people died naturally?
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Statistics from the Age of Mortality cite __% of deaths as being automobile-related.
Statistics from the Age of Mortality cite __% of deaths as being automobile-related.
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What killed Kohl Whitlock?
What killed Kohl Whitlock?
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What did Rowan do as Kohl was killed?
What did Rowan do as Kohl was killed?
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What did the scythe warn Rowan about Kohl's death?
What did the scythe warn Rowan about Kohl's death?
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Who was Kohl's girlfriend?
Who was Kohl's girlfriend?
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What is Rowan's full name?
What is Rowan's full name?
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What is the year that death was conquered?
What is the year that death was conquered?
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What is the 'cloud' of infinite computational power called?
What is the 'cloud' of infinite computational power called?
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What is the current year?
What is the current year?
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When did the invitation come to Citra?
When did the invitation come to Citra?
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What were the only three types of communications that arrived by post?
What were the only three types of communications that arrived by post?
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Where did the invitation invite her to?
Where did the invitation invite her to?
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When was the opera that Citra was invited to?
When was the opera that Citra was invited to?
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What else was contained in the envelope other than a handwritten card?
What else was contained in the envelope other than a handwritten card?
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Who did Citra think would invite her to the previous year's homecoming dance?
Who did Citra think would invite her to the previous year's homecoming dance?
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Who did Hunter Morrison invite to the previous year's homecoming dance?
Who did Hunter Morrison invite to the previous year's homecoming dance?
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What did Citra wear to the opera?
What did Citra wear to the opera?
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How many people did Citra narrow down the possibilities of her 'secret admirer' to?
How many people did Citra narrow down the possibilities of her 'secret admirer' to?
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What was customary for a box seat?
What was customary for a box seat?
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What was the opera that was playing?
What was the opera that was playing?
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What does 'La Forza del Destino' mean?
What does 'La Forza del Destino' mean?
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When was the opera 'La Forza del Destino' composed?
When was the opera 'La Forza del Destino' composed?
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What is Citra's genetic index?
What is Citra's genetic index?
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What is Rowan's genetic index?
What is Rowan's genetic index?
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What is Citra's percentage of Afric descent?
What is Citra's percentage of Afric descent?
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What is Rowan's percentage of Afric descent?
What is Rowan's percentage of Afric descent?
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What part of their genetic index did Rowan and Citra have in common?
What part of their genetic index did Rowan and Citra have in common?
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What was the percentage of Rowan's 'other' component of his genetic index?
What was the percentage of Rowan's 'other' component of his genetic index?
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What was the percentage of Citra's 'other' component of her genetic index?
What was the percentage of Citra's 'other' component of her genetic index?
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Who arrived in the box after Citra and Rowan?
Who arrived in the box after Citra and Rowan?
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Who gave Scythe Faraday the box?
Who gave Scythe Faraday the box?
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Who did Rowan tell everyone the scythe was?
Who did Rowan tell everyone the scythe was?
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What was the punishment for attacking scythes?
What was the punishment for attacking scythes?
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Study Notes
Author and Characters
- Neal Shusterman: Author of "Scythe".
- Citra Terranova: Central character, lives with her family.
- Rowan Damisch: Another main character intertwined with Citra’s life.
- Scythe Faraday: A crucial character who visits Citra's home.
Scythe and Their Role
- Scythes do not wear black; their robe color reflects their personality.
- The first requirement to be a good scythe is not wanting to be one.
- Scythe Faraday held a significant dinner gathering at Citra's home, granting immunity.
Family and Relationships
- Citra's mother, Jenny Terranova, is a food synthesis engineer, and her father works in historical research.
- Citra's brother is named Ben.
- Rowan's girlfriend is Marah Pavlik.
- Bridget Chadwell: Neighbor whose death is orchestrated as a demonstration of a scythe's duties.
Significant Events
- Citra's encounter with Scythe Faraday occurs in November, leading to a significant turning point in her life.
- Scythes can grant immunity, marked by a glowing red ring, which maintains a level of protection for individuals.
- Kohl Whitlock's shocking death is pivotal, leading to a deeper understanding of the consequences of scythe actions.
Context of Death and Resurgence
- The narrative explores the concept of mortality in a society where death has largely been eliminated since 2042.
- The "Age of Mortality" is referenced, highlighting times before death was conquered.
Cultural Elements
- Citra attends an opera, Verdi's "La Forza del Destino", reflecting societal traditions and values.
- The opera experience indicates class and customs, especially regarding box seat etiquette and personal escorts.
Genetic Information
- Both Citra and Rowan have specific genetic indices representing their ancestry.
- Citra has 37% Afric descent while Rowan has 13%, with both sharing 12% PanAsian ancestry.
- They also have noteworthy percentages of 'other' components in their genetic background.
Miscellaneous Facts
- The community has specific social consequences for attacking scythes, which include severe punishments for entire families involved.
- Citra's secret admirer scenario adds a layer of youth intrigue and emotional complexity to her character.
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Explore the characters and significant events in Neal Shusterman's novel, 'Scythe'. This quiz covers key figures like Citra Terranova and Rowan Damisch, along with their relationships and the role of Scythes in their world. Dive into the intricate plot and understand the dynamics at play.
