The Gift of Acabar Ch 18

What does Tulo ask Jaana to do with the green ledger?

What does Tulo notice about the rope while preparing the kite?

How do the people of Kalvala react to Tulo's ascent?

What action does Tulo take with the rope before he cuts it?

What does Jaana do when Tulo cuts the rope?

What is the initial reaction of Varno after Tulo ascends with the kite?

Which color is primarily associated with the kite mentioned in the passage?

What emotion did Tulo express as he prepared for the star's departure?

What did Lirra encourage Tulo to do?

What connection did Lirra mention that she felt with Tulo?

What did Tulo use to secure the glowing sphere before release?

How did Varno respond to Tulo's question about Jaana?

When Tulo interacted with Jaana, what did he do to her hands?

What did Lirra say she came to do?

What earlier statement did Lirra reference about hope?

Star Lirra's Departure

Lirra, a star, is leaving Earth after staying for some time
The meadow is filled with villagers as they watch Lirra's departure. They are silent and sad, similar to the atmosphere before a funeral.
Tulo, a young man, is in charge of launching Lirra into space using a kite.
Tulo seems troubled and trance-like.
Lirra reassures Tulo about their future encounters.
Tulo assures Lirra that he has a plan to bring Credenda (presumably something important) to the world's attention.
Lirra expresses her trust in Tulo, stating that she learned from him and the villagers.
She believes that Earth needs a 'star of hope' to guide them.

Tulo's Final Actions

Tulo ties four ropes around the star, connecting them to the kite's spine.
He asks his uncle Varno to take care of his sister Jaana if anything happens to him.
Tulo gives Jaana the green ledger and asks her to give it to Mr. Nobis if anything happens to him
Tulo notices a weak section in the rope connecting the kite to the star.
Tulo repairs the rope with his hunting knife.

The Launch and Tulo's Sacrifice

Varno holds the kite, struggling to keep it steady.
Tulo signals for the launch.
Varno launches the kite, and the star ascends with the kite.
Tulo cuts the rope connecting the kite to the ground, attaching the rope to his wrist, and then cuts the rope below his wrist.
Jaana pleads with Varno to save Tulo.
Tulo is launched into the sky alongside the star and disappears from sight.
The villagers remain in awe as they watch the events unfold.

Test your understanding of 'Star Lirra's Departure', its characters, and themes. Explore the poignant interactions between Lirra and Tulo, and the significance of hope in their journey. Reflect on the emotions of the villagers as they bid farewell to the star and anticipate Tulo's plan for the future.