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Who were the primary influences in Ella's life that shaped her upbringing and values?
Who were the primary influences in Ella's life that shaped her upbringing and values?
Ella's parents were the primary influences in her life, shaping her upbringing and values.
What were the three juju-trunks in the Durands' living room meant for?
What were the three juju-trunks in the Durands' living room meant for?
The three juju-trunks were meant to hold all of Ella's things neatly arranged and ready for inspection, with their silk linings glowing as a good-fortune spell infused into her belongings.
What did Ella's mother do to ensure Ella's hair looked presentable while she was away?
What did Ella's mother do to ensure Ella's hair looked presentable while she was away?
Ella's mother spelled the braid-hands with Ella's favorite styles to ensure her hair looked presentable while she was away.
What was the name of the newspaper Ella's papa was reading?
What was the name of the newspaper Ella's papa was reading?
Who corrects her little sister about her Marvellian Mantle?
Who corrects her little sister about her Marvellian Mantle?
Where is Ella leaving for and what is she concerned about?
Where is Ella leaving for and what is she concerned about?
Who arrives with an alligator companion named Gumbo?
Who arrives with an alligator companion named Gumbo?
Who is Masterji Thakur?
Who is Masterji Thakur?
What attracts attention and curiosity from other children on the pier?
What attracts attention and curiosity from other children on the pier?
What are the sky-ferries carrying the initials A.T.I. powered by?
What are the sky-ferries carrying the initials A.T.I. powered by?
Who arrives in a sky-ferry wearing a Marvellian mantle and wielding a magical cane?
Who arrives in a sky-ferry wearing a Marvellian mantle and wielding a magical cane?
What has Ella seen Headmarveller Rivera in and listened to?
What has Ella seen Headmarveller Rivera in and listened to?
Who is one of the leaders of the Arcanum Training Institute?
Who is one of the leaders of the Arcanum Training Institute?
Who is another leader mentioned by Headmarveller Rivera?
Who is another leader mentioned by Headmarveller Rivera?
What does the text highlight about the world of Marvellers?
What does the text highlight about the world of Marvellers?
What is the significance of the Marvellian Mantle in Marvellers' society?
What is the significance of the Marvellian Mantle in Marvellers' society?
Who taught Ella conjure skills in the Marvellian community?
Who taught Ella conjure skills in the Marvellian community?
What is Ella's first mark as a Conjuror?
What is Ella's first mark as a Conjuror?
What does Ella promise her grandmother before leaving for the Marvellian community?
What does Ella promise her grandmother before leaving for the Marvellian community?
What are the contents of Ella's family altar?
What are the contents of Ella's family altar?
What do the conjure families in New Orleans do to help hold back the rain?
What do the conjure families in New Orleans do to help hold back the rain?
What do the people in the city do to show their support for Ella as she leaves for the Arcanum Training Institute?
What do the people in the city do to show their support for Ella as she leaves for the Arcanum Training Institute?
Why don't some families in the city support Ella's decision to go to the Arcanum Training Institute?
Why don't some families in the city support Ella's decision to go to the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does Ella do as her family passes the deathbulls at Congo Square?
What does Ella do as her family passes the deathbulls at Congo Square?
What does Ella's sister Winnie ask her before she leaves for the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does Ella's sister Winnie ask her before she leaves for the Arcanum Training Institute?
How does Ella respond to Winnie's question about missing them?
How does Ella respond to Winnie's question about missing them?
What does Ella do before leaving for the Marvellian community?
What does Ella do before leaving for the Marvellian community?
Who drives Ella, Mama, and Winnie through the streets of New Orleans?
Who drives Ella, Mama, and Winnie through the streets of New Orleans?
What is the name of Ella's magical talent?
What is the name of Ella's magical talent?
Who interrupts the argument about Ella's invitation to the Institute?
Who interrupts the argument about Ella's invitation to the Institute?
What is the color of the envelope containing Ella's invitation to the Institute?
What is the color of the envelope containing Ella's invitation to the Institute?
How many symbols are on the envelope containing Ella's invitation to the Institute?
How many symbols are on the envelope containing Ella's invitation to the Institute?
What is the name of Ella's sister?
What is the name of Ella's sister?
What is the name of Ella's family companions?
What is the name of Ella's family companions?
Where does Ella research extensively about the Institute?
Where does Ella research extensively about the Institute?
Who expresses doubt about Winnie's chance to join the Institute?
Who expresses doubt about Winnie's chance to join the Institute?
What is the name of Ella's parents' magical abilities?
What is the name of Ella's parents' magical abilities?
Where do Marvellers live, away from non-magical Fewels and Conjure folk?
Where do Marvellers live, away from non-magical Fewels and Conjure folk?
What is the name of Gran's rooster?
What is the name of Gran's rooster?
What does Gran express skepticism about regarding Marvellers and the Institute?
What does Gran express skepticism about regarding Marvellers and the Institute?
Who gives Ella a luck root before she leaves for the Arcanum Training Institute?
Who gives Ella a luck root before she leaves for the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does Ella's family await at the Stardust Pier?
What does Ella's family await at the Stardust Pier?
What does Ella feel as she stands out among her fellow Level One trainees?
What does Ella feel as she stands out among her fellow Level One trainees?
What do the security coppers and their intimidating animals create among the arriving families?
What do the security coppers and their intimidating animals create among the arriving families?
What happens while the press-ferries capture the moment with flashing cameras?
What happens while the press-ferries capture the moment with flashing cameras?
Who calls Ella's name on a dais at the Arcanum Training Institute?
Who calls Ella's name on a dais at the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does Ella's sister notice on her dress as her name is called at the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does Ella's sister notice on her dress as her name is called at the Arcanum Training Institute?
What marks the beginning of Ella's journey as a Conjuror?
What marks the beginning of Ella's journey as a Conjuror?
Who greets Ella as she prepares to leave for the Arcanum Training Institute?
Who greets Ella as she prepares to leave for the Arcanum Training Institute?
What opens its doors to Conjure folk after a ruling by the Marvellian Courts of Justice and an amendment to the Marvellian Constitution?
What opens its doors to Conjure folk after a ruling by the Marvellian Courts of Justice and an amendment to the Marvellian Constitution?
What is Ella's best friend's name?
What is Ella's best friend's name?
What is Ella preparing to do as the text comes to an end?
What is Ella preparing to do as the text comes to an end?
Who left a conjure coin under Ella's pillow and what message did it contain?
Who left a conjure coin under Ella's pillow and what message did it contain?
Why was Ella allowed to enroll at the Institute, and who would be teaching her the Conjure Arts?
Why was Ella allowed to enroll at the Institute, and who would be teaching her the Conjure Arts?
What did Mama ask Ella to do before leaving for the Institute, and who interrupted their conversation?
What did Mama ask Ella to do before leaving for the Institute, and who interrupted their conversation?
What did Ella find under her pillow, and what did Mama warn her about?
What did Ella find under her pillow, and what did Mama warn her about?
Describe the features of Ella's room at the Institute and the nearby town visible from her room.
Describe the features of Ella's room at the Institute and the nearby town visible from her room.
Why is exploring the floating Marvellian cities forbidden for Ella, and what is the reason behind it?
Why is exploring the floating Marvellian cities forbidden for Ella, and what is the reason behind it?
What preparations does Ella make for the Institute, and what are her essential reading materials?
What preparations does Ella make for the Institute, and what are her essential reading materials?
What are some details about Mama's spiritual practices, including the use of a broom and the creation of a bottle tree for protection?
What are some details about Mama's spiritual practices, including the use of a broom and the creation of a bottle tree for protection?
What does Lian arrange for her fu dog, and what is Mama's explanation of the family saints' significance?
What does Lian arrange for her fu dog, and what is Mama's explanation of the family saints' significance?
How does Headmarveller Rivera show her appreciation for the saints, and what does she collect from Mexico?
How does Headmarveller Rivera show her appreciation for the saints, and what does she collect from Mexico?
Who boasts about her arachna marvel and Paragon of Sound when Ella meets her at the Arcanum?
Who boasts about her arachna marvel and Paragon of Sound when Ella meets her at the Arcanum?
What does Ella realize she needs to do after feeling embarrassed for not knowing about the Paragons of Marvelling?
What does Ella realize she needs to do after feeling embarrassed for not knowing about the Paragons of Marvelling?
Who interrupts the group and mentions Ella's fame at the Arcanum?
Who interrupts the group and mentions Ella's fame at the Arcanum?
Who leads the group to the Arcanum's biggest foyer?
Who leads the group to the Arcanum's biggest foyer?
What does the text end with Ella contemplating about?
What does the text end with Ella contemplating about?
What does the text set the stage for?
What does the text set the stage for?
What does Ella try to connect with Abina by showing?
What does Ella try to connect with Abina by showing?
Who arrives with letters for Ella, one from her parents and another from her mentor?
Who arrives with letters for Ella, one from her parents and another from her mentor?
How does Ms. Paige describe the Institute while Ella admires the trolleys gliding above?
How does Ms. Paige describe the Institute while Ella admires the trolleys gliding above?
What do thousands of trainees in different colored mantles do as Ella and the group are led to the Arcanum's biggest foyer?
What do thousands of trainees in different colored mantles do as Ella and the group are led to the Arcanum's biggest foyer?
What are introduced in the text?
What are introduced in the text?
What does the text do for Ella's journey at the Arcanum?
What does the text do for Ella's journey at the Arcanum?
What are the four tenets of Marvellers outlined in the handbook?
What are the four tenets of Marvellers outlined in the handbook?
Who is in charge of all Level One girls at the institute?
Who is in charge of all Level One girls at the institute?
What is the name of the protagonist in the text?
What is the name of the protagonist in the text?
What is the name of the girl who hails from Hanoi and possesses a paddy egg with reverie marvels?
What is the name of the girl who hails from Hanoi and possesses a paddy egg with reverie marvels?
What kind of pet does Ella have?
What kind of pet does Ella have?
What does the girl with a fat gray spider on her shoulder claim about her spider?
What does the girl with a fat gray spider on her shoulder claim about her spider?
What are trainees provided with to aid in understanding different languages?
What are trainees provided with to aid in understanding different languages?
What is the magical and fantastical environment at the Ursa Minor lounge described as?
What is the magical and fantastical environment at the Ursa Minor lounge described as?
What is the purpose of the Arcanum ID cards given to trainees?
What is the purpose of the Arcanum ID cards given to trainees?
What does the text capture about the community at the institute?
What does the text capture about the community at the institute?
Who introduces herself as a Tower Adviser at the institute?
Who introduces herself as a Tower Adviser at the institute?
What does the text capture about the protagonist, Ella, as she navigates the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does the text capture about the protagonist, Ella, as she navigates the Arcanum Training Institute?
What magical ability does Ella possess and how does she demonstrate it in the text?
What magical ability does Ella possess and how does she demonstrate it in the text?
Who announces the departure of the Durand family's sky-ferry and a midnight assembly for Level One students?
Who announces the departure of the Durand family's sky-ferry and a midnight assembly for Level One students?
What magical item does the tree conjured by Ella showcase its abilities with?
What magical item does the tree conjured by Ella showcase its abilities with?
What hints at potential conflict or secrecy in the magical world towards the end of the text?
What hints at potential conflict or secrecy in the magical world towards the end of the text?
What does Ella's family express concern for as she prepares to leave with the Marvellians?
What does Ella's family express concern for as she prepares to leave with the Marvellians?
Who bids Ella farewell at the end of the text?
Who bids Ella farewell at the end of the text?
What does the departure of the Durand family's sky-ferry and a midnight assembly for Level One students imply about the Marvellian community?
What does the departure of the Durand family's sky-ferry and a midnight assembly for Level One students imply about the Marvellian community?
How does Ella feel about her magical abilities compared to the abilities of the Marvellians?
How does Ella feel about her magical abilities compared to the abilities of the Marvellians?
What sense does the text end with, regarding Ella's future?
What sense does the text end with, regarding Ella's future?
Who guides Ella in conjuring a tree for protection?
Who guides Ella in conjuring a tree for protection?
What do the Marvellians discuss and express surprise about in relation to Ella's magic?
What do the Marvellians discuss and express surprise about in relation to Ella's magic?
What does Mama instruct Ella to do, and what does Ella recall while performing the spell?
What does Mama instruct Ella to do, and what does Ella recall while performing the spell?
Who left a letter for Ella, and what did it convey?
Who left a letter for Ella, and what did it convey?
What does Ella think about her new room at the Institute compared to her expectations?
What does Ella think about her new room at the Institute compared to her expectations?
How does Ella feel about the possibility of making friends with her new roommate, Brigit?
How does Ella feel about the possibility of making friends with her new roommate, Brigit?
What does the arrival of the star-shaped letter from Mama and Papa reveal about their concern for Ella's well-being?
What does the arrival of the star-shaped letter from Mama and Papa reveal about their concern for Ella's well-being?
What is the name of the marsupial living in the Arcanum walls, rescued by Australian Marvellers?
What is the name of the marsupial living in the Arcanum walls, rescued by Australian Marvellers?
What are the glowing staffs used by the Level Three kids for dueling?
What are the glowing staffs used by the Level Three kids for dueling?
Who warns the students about demerits for lateness at the start of the first-period sessions?
Who warns the students about demerits for lateness at the start of the first-period sessions?
Who does Ella spot among the instructors, who is also her godmother?
Who does Ella spot among the instructors, who is also her godmother?
What is the name of the instructor for the history of Marvellian society?
What is the name of the instructor for the history of Marvellian society?
What does Siobhan share her interest in, leading to a conversation with Jason?
What does Siobhan share her interest in, leading to a conversation with Jason?
What does Dr. Zolghad present to mark the beginning of the students' orientation?
What does Dr. Zolghad present to mark the beginning of the students' orientation?
Where do Ella and Jason climb to for their first class?
Where do Ella and Jason climb to for their first class?
Who leads the students into a meeting room where they are greeted by Arcanum instructors?
Who leads the students into a meeting room where they are greeted by Arcanum instructors?
Who worries about her new roommate, Brigit, who hasn't arrived yet?
Who worries about her new roommate, Brigit, who hasn't arrived yet?
What do the Level Three kids use the stapier sticks for?
What do the Level Three kids use the stapier sticks for?
Who introduces Ella to the marsupial living in the Arcanum walls?
Who introduces Ella to the marsupial living in the Arcanum walls?
Who is the new head of the Conjure Arts department at the Arcanum Institute?
Who is the new head of the Conjure Arts department at the Arcanum Institute?
What does Masterji Thakur teach at the Arcanum Institute?
What does Masterji Thakur teach at the Arcanum Institute?
How does Masterji Thakur address the discriminatory behavior among the students?
How does Masterji Thakur address the discriminatory behavior among the students?
What warning does Masterji Thakur give regarding discriminatory behavior at the Institute?
What warning does Masterji Thakur give regarding discriminatory behavior at the Institute?
What does the text indicate about the reactions towards the new faculty, especially Madame Baptiste, among the students?
What does the text indicate about the reactions towards the new faculty, especially Madame Baptiste, among the students?
How does the text end?
How does the text end?
Where is Guadalupe Perez, the Universal Incants teacher, on her way from?
Where is Guadalupe Perez, the Universal Incants teacher, on her way from?
What does Madame Baptiste demonstrate her conjure abilities by doing?
What does Madame Baptiste demonstrate her conjure abilities by doing?
What does Masterji Thakur dismiss and clarify at the end of the address?
What does Masterji Thakur dismiss and clarify at the end of the address?
What does Ella do amidst the tension and unease after the address?
What does Ella do amidst the tension and unease after the address?
Who will teach the Conjure Arts at the Arcanum Institute?
Who will teach the Conjure Arts at the Arcanum Institute?
What will Dr. Ursu teach at the Arcanum Institute?
What will Dr. Ursu teach at the Arcanum Institute?
Who praises Ella's knowledge of Marveller history?
Who praises Ella's knowledge of Marveller history?
What does Dr. Mbalia demonstrate that impresses the students?
What does Dr. Mbalia demonstrate that impresses the students?
What does Dr. Bearden emphasize in his teaching?
What does Dr. Bearden emphasize in his teaching?
Despite falling asleep, who teaches about seeing the past, present, and future?
Despite falling asleep, who teaches about seeing the past, present, and future?
What does the magical studies classroom provide insights into?
What does the magical studies classroom provide insights into?
What is the focus of Dr. Zolghad's teaching?
What is the focus of Dr. Zolghad's teaching?
What cultural aspect does Dr. Mbalia introduce as important in the classroom?
What cultural aspect does Dr. Mbalia introduce as important in the classroom?
What does Dr. Bearden demonstrate with a stellacity sphere?
What does Dr. Bearden demonstrate with a stellacity sphere?
What does Dr. Winchester teach about despite falling asleep during the class?
What does Dr. Winchester teach about despite falling asleep during the class?
Who continues the class despite Dr. Winchester's nap?
Who continues the class despite Dr. Winchester's nap?
What does Dr. Bearden teach about the importance of?
What does Dr. Bearden teach about the importance of?
What does Dr. Bearden teach about regarding utility?
What does Dr. Bearden teach about regarding utility?
What name does Ella notice on a clown doll in Brigit's room?
What name does Ella notice on a clown doll in Brigit's room?
What kind of exam does Jason discuss with Ella?
What kind of exam does Jason discuss with Ella?
What is the name of the founder of the Arcanum Training Institute?
What is the name of the founder of the Arcanum Training Institute?
What type of creature startles Ella when she sees it in Jason's mantle pocket?
What type of creature startles Ella when she sees it in Jason's mantle pocket?
What does Jason suggest Ella should learn about first while waiting for the Marvel Exam results?
What does Jason suggest Ella should learn about first while waiting for the Marvel Exam results?
What is the name of the mechanical eye that greets Ella at the Vision Tower?
What is the name of the mechanical eye that greets Ella at the Vision Tower?
What type of trolley does Ella manage to board to reach the Vision Tower?
What type of trolley does Ella manage to board to reach the Vision Tower?
What does Ella see winking at her from Brigit's nightstand?
What does Ella see winking at her from Brigit's nightstand?
Who does Ella encounter at the Vision Tower and learns about his ability to communicate with animals?
Who does Ella encounter at the Vision Tower and learns about his ability to communicate with animals?
What does the trolley journey provide Ella with a view of?
What does the trolley journey provide Ella with a view of?
What do people do that makes Ella wish they would mind their own business as she walks out of the dormitory hall?
What do people do that makes Ella wish they would mind their own business as she walks out of the dormitory hall?
What does Jason reveal about the Marvel Exam and individuals' training at the institute?
What does Jason reveal about the Marvel Exam and individuals' training at the institute?
What color was the domed ceiling in the room where Masterji Thakur led Ella and the others?
What color was the domed ceiling in the room where Masterji Thakur led Ella and the others?
What were the walls of the room choked with?
What were the walls of the room choked with?
What did Ella give up trying to do after losing her place while reading the labels?
What did Ella give up trying to do after losing her place while reading the labels?
What did Masterji Thakur lead them through in the various rooms?
What did Masterji Thakur lead them through in the various rooms?
Who is the instructor leading the spice elixirs class at the Arcanum?
Who is the instructor leading the spice elixirs class at the Arcanum?
What causes discomfort for Ella in the spice elixirs class?
What causes discomfort for Ella in the spice elixirs class?
Who chooses to sit with a different partner, causing a disruption in the class?
Who chooses to sit with a different partner, causing a disruption in the class?
Who offers to sit with Ella in the spice elixirs class, becoming her desk mate?
Who offers to sit with Ella in the spice elixirs class, becoming her desk mate?
What does Masterji Thakur introduce to the class as the ancient spices from around the world, beginning with India?
What does Masterji Thakur introduce to the class as the ancient spices from around the world, beginning with India?
What does Masterji Thakur emphasize the importance of in spice work?
What does Masterji Thakur emphasize the importance of in spice work?
What do the students open to begin the spice elixirs class?
What do the students open to begin the spice elixirs class?
What does Masterji Thakur stress the significance of in spice work?
What does Masterji Thakur stress the significance of in spice work?
What potential application of spices does Masterji Thakur discuss in class?
What potential application of spices does Masterji Thakur discuss in class?
What are the properties and uses of the ancient spices introduced by Masterji Thakur?
What are the properties and uses of the ancient spices introduced by Masterji Thakur?
What does Masterji Thakur emphasize the importance of in spice work, introducing the spice dubba?
What does Masterji Thakur emphasize the importance of in spice work, introducing the spice dubba?
What does the class prepare to delve into at the end of the text?
What does the class prepare to delve into at the end of the text?
Who is instructing the trainees about spices and their correct pronunciations?
Who is instructing the trainees about spices and their correct pronunciations?
What does Masterji Thakur discuss about Marvellers and their abilities?
What does Masterji Thakur discuss about Marvellers and their abilities?
What are the Level One trainees arguing about?
What are the Level One trainees arguing about?
What concerns are revealed about the Aces and their abilities?
What concerns are revealed about the Aces and their abilities?
Who claims that the Aces did not fit into the Paragons and didn't like the rules?
Who claims that the Aces did not fit into the Paragons and didn't like the rules?
What does the trolley automat announce upon their arrival at Sound Tower?
What does the trolley automat announce upon their arrival at Sound Tower?
What do the trainees demonstrate their magical abilities with?
What do the trainees demonstrate their magical abilities with?
Who leads Ella and Brigit to see a secret in the menagerie?
Who leads Ella and Brigit to see a secret in the menagerie?
What are Ella, Jason, and Brigit discussing in the menagerie?
What are Ella, Jason, and Brigit discussing in the menagerie?
What does Ella ponder about regarding the Aces' motivations and their marvels?
What does Ella ponder about regarding the Aces' motivations and their marvels?
What do Level One trainees argue about regarding Paragons and magical abilities?
What do Level One trainees argue about regarding Paragons and magical abilities?
What does the pixie get reprimanded by Masterji Thakur for?
What does the pixie get reprimanded by Masterji Thakur for?
Who are the three main characters in the text that embark on the unexpected journey to the Founder's Room and Animal Menagerie?
Who are the three main characters in the text that embark on the unexpected journey to the Founder's Room and Animal Menagerie?
What do the trio encounter when they enter the mysterious elevator marked RESTRICTED LIFT?
What do the trio encounter when they enter the mysterious elevator marked RESTRICTED LIFT?
What leads the trio from the Founder's Room to the Animal Menagerie & Aquarium?
What leads the trio from the Founder's Room to the Animal Menagerie & Aquarium?
What type of creatures do the trio encounter at the Animal Menagerie?
What type of creatures do the trio encounter at the Animal Menagerie?
Where does Jason lead the trio to encounter magical creatures rescued by Marvellers from Fewel cities?
Where does Jason lead the trio to encounter magical creatures rescued by Marvellers from Fewel cities?
What are the wombies' preferences that the group learns about?
What are the wombies' preferences that the group learns about?
What does Ella contemplate as she observes the diverse creatures at the Animal Menagerie?
What does Ella contemplate as she observes the diverse creatures at the Animal Menagerie?
What does the unexpected journey into the Animal Menagerie lead to for the trio?
What does the unexpected journey into the Animal Menagerie lead to for the trio?
What does the encounter with the wombies highlight?
What does the encounter with the wombies highlight?
What marks the first time Brigit shows genuine interest in Marvellian-related activities?
What marks the first time Brigit shows genuine interest in Marvellian-related activities?
What does Jason's knowledge and approach help to establish with the wombies?
What does Jason's knowledge and approach help to establish with the wombies?
Who displays skepticism towards the newcomers at the Wombie Burrows?
Who displays skepticism towards the newcomers at the Wombie Burrows?
What creatures do Ella and Jason take care of in the Marvellian world, and what unique ability do these creatures possess?
What creatures do Ella and Jason take care of in the Marvellian world, and what unique ability do these creatures possess?
What does Jason reveal about the secret room, and who looks after the various items in it?
What does Jason reveal about the secret room, and who looks after the various items in it?
What story does Brigit read to the wombie babies, and what does Ella learn from it?
What story does Brigit read to the wombie babies, and what does Ella learn from it?
What creature does Jason mention that many are afraid of, and why does he come to the secret room when overwhelmed?
What creature does Jason mention that many are afraid of, and why does he come to the secret room when overwhelmed?
What unexpected event occurs in the Marvellian world, and how does Ella calm the situation?
What unexpected event occurs in the Marvellian world, and how does Ella calm the situation?
What discovery does Ella make about Jason's past during the encounter with the baby deathbull?
What discovery does Ella make about Jason's past during the encounter with the baby deathbull?
What does Ella question regarding the presence of a deathbull in the Marvellian world and Jason's involvement with it?
What does Ella question regarding the presence of a deathbull in the Marvellian world and Jason's involvement with it?
Whom does Ella send messages to, seeking answers about the Institute and expressing her confusion about the crossing tug?
Whom does Ella send messages to, seeking answers about the Institute and expressing her confusion about the crossing tug?
What does Ella create, and where does it lead her to in the Marvellian world?
What does Ella create, and where does it lead her to in the Marvellian world?
What significant event occurs when the key melts, and what does it mark?
What significant event occurs when the key melts, and what does it mark?
What does the text depict about Ella's experiences and interactions in the Marvellian world, and what does it raise questions about?
What does the text depict about Ella's experiences and interactions in the Marvellian world, and what does it raise questions about?
What does this excerpt from the story showcase about Ella, setting the stage for further developments in the plot?
What does this excerpt from the story showcase about Ella, setting the stage for further developments in the plot?
What was troubling Ella's mind as she tried to sleep, and why did she feel that way?
What was troubling Ella's mind as she tried to sleep, and why did she feel that way?
Who bid Ella farewell at the end of the text?
Who bid Ella farewell at the end of the text?
What did Ms. Paige say to the Level Ones as she turned the lights out, and how did Ella react to it?
What did Ms. Paige say to the Level Ones as she turned the lights out, and how did Ella react to it?
What did Ella do as she tried to find someone to confide in, and why did she feel isolated?
What did Ella do as she tried to find someone to confide in, and why did she feel isolated?
- How does Gia manage to evade the Marvellian coppers at the air-trolley platform?
- How does Gia manage to evade the Marvellian coppers at the air-trolley platform?
- What method does Gia use to bypass the government warning poster's restrictions and enter the Trivelino Troupe's Circus & Imaginarium of Illusions?
- What method does Gia use to bypass the government warning poster's restrictions and enter the Trivelino Troupe's Circus & Imaginarium of Illusions?
- Who greets Gia inside the circus, and what is the identity revealed to be?
- Who greets Gia inside the circus, and what is the identity revealed to be?
- What warning does Ella give to Gia about a certain closet inside the circus?
- What warning does Ella give to Gia about a certain closet inside the circus?
- What does Brigit reveal to Ella about the supply rooms in the Touch Tower?
- What does Brigit reveal to Ella about the supply rooms in the Touch Tower?
- How is Ella's conjure room in the Spirit Tower described, and what preparations is she making inside it?
- How is Ella's conjure room in the Spirit Tower described, and what preparations is she making inside it?
- Why does Ella hesitate to leave with Brigit?
- Why does Ella hesitate to leave with Brigit?
- What does Brigit suggest using to escape, and where does she propose to go?
- What does Brigit suggest using to escape, and where does she propose to go?
- What playful interaction does Ella have with a boa constrictor named Echi in her conjure room?
- What playful interaction does Ella have with a boa constrictor named Echi in her conjure room?
- What does Gia find inside the circus that remains unchanged from eleven years ago?
- What does Gia find inside the circus that remains unchanged from eleven years ago?
- What does Ella share with Brigit about her father's experience with Marvellian cities?
- What does Ella share with Brigit about her father's experience with Marvellian cities?
- What restricted area does Gia enter despite government warnings?
- What restricted area does Gia enter despite government warnings?
- Where does Brigit intend to go with the items she has, and what does she express to Ella?
- Where does Brigit intend to go with the items she has, and what does she express to Ella?
- What does Ella notice in her tree, and what does it signify?
- What does Ella notice in her tree, and what does it signify?
- Who does Ella remind herself of and what emotion does she feel?
- Who does Ella remind herself of and what emotion does she feel?
- What does the text highlight about the Trivelino Troupe's Circus & Imaginarium of Illusions being a restricted area?
- What does the text highlight about the Trivelino Troupe's Circus & Imaginarium of Illusions being a restricted area?
- What leads Ella to follow Brigit into the Institute, and how does she feel about breaking the rules?
- What leads Ella to follow Brigit into the Institute, and how does she feel about breaking the rules?
- What does Gia use to bypass the government warning poster's restrictions and enter the circus?
- What does Gia use to bypass the government warning poster's restrictions and enter the circus?
- What does Brigit have with her when she is confronted by Ella in the Touch Tower?
- What does Brigit have with her when she is confronted by Ella in the Touch Tower?
- Who greets Gia inside the circus, and what is the identity revealed to be?
- Who greets Gia inside the circus, and what is the identity revealed to be?
- What does Brigit ask Ella to do, and how does Ella respond?
- What does Brigit ask Ella to do, and how does Ella respond?
- What does Ella contemplate doing regarding Aunt Sera and Masterji Thakur's behavior?
- What does Ella contemplate doing regarding Aunt Sera and Masterji Thakur's behavior?
- What does Brigit do before leaving the room, and how does Ella react?
- What does Brigit do before leaving the room, and how does Ella react?
- What does Brigit reveal to Ella about the Touch Tower supply rooms, and what does she urge Ella to do?
- What does Brigit reveal to Ella about the Touch Tower supply rooms, and what does she urge Ella to do?
Who warns Brigit and Ella about detention and a strict Dean Nabokova?
Who warns Brigit and Ella about detention and a strict Dean Nabokova?
What does Aries use to incapacitate Brigit and Ella?
What does Aries use to incapacitate Brigit and Ella?
What does Gia reminisce about and what does she prepare for?
What does Gia reminisce about and what does she prepare for?
What is the setting of the story and what elements does it contain?
What is the setting of the story and what elements does it contain?
Who does the Arcanum memo from Masterji Thakur emphasize the importance of welcoming?
Who does the Arcanum memo from Masterji Thakur emphasize the importance of welcoming?
What themes does the narrative weave together?
What themes does the narrative weave together?
What is the narrative rich with?
What is the narrative rich with?
What does the story feature a mix of?
What does the story feature a mix of?
What is emphasized in the Arcanum memo from Masterji Thakur?
What is emphasized in the Arcanum memo from Masterji Thakur?
Who does Brigit attempt to escape with?
Who does Brigit attempt to escape with?
Who does Ella communicate with, providing insight into their relationships and the consequences of their actions?
Who does Ella communicate with, providing insight into their relationships and the consequences of their actions?
Who does Gia prepare to make a daring late-night entrance for?
Who does Gia prepare to make a daring late-night entrance for?
- What is Aunt Sera's preference regarding potential conjure companions for Ella?
- What is Aunt Sera's preference regarding potential conjure companions for Ella?
- What dangerous plant from the Underworld do Aunt Sera and Ella discuss moving?
- What dangerous plant from the Underworld do Aunt Sera and Ella discuss moving?
- How does Ella overcome her fear of snakes?
- How does Ella overcome her fear of snakes?
- What do Aunt Sera and Ella use magic to enhance?
- What do Aunt Sera and Ella use magic to enhance?
- How does Ella learn to control the Quassia plant?
- How does Ella learn to control the Quassia plant?
- Why does Ella express reluctance to practice openly?
- Why does Ella express reluctance to practice openly?
- What does Aunt Sera encourage Ella to embrace?
- What does Aunt Sera encourage Ella to embrace?
- What does the text highlight about the challenges Ella faces?
- What does the text highlight about the challenges Ella faces?
- What does Aunt Sera discuss with Ella regarding her conjure mark?
- What does Aunt Sera discuss with Ella regarding her conjure mark?
- What does Aunt Sera mention about Ella's mother and her conjure mark?
- What does Aunt Sera mention about Ella's mother and her conjure mark?
- What type of companions is Ella accustomed to, and what does she initially fear?
- What type of companions is Ella accustomed to, and what does she initially fear?
- What are Quassia plants considered, and how are they kept in the garden?
- What are Quassia plants considered, and how are they kept in the garden?
What does Ella find Masterji Thakur scribbling on a page, and what message does it convey?
What does Ella find Masterji Thakur scribbling on a page, and what message does it convey?
Who does Ella contact for help when Masterji Thakur falls ill, and how do they respond?
Who does Ella contact for help when Masterji Thakur falls ill, and how do they respond?
Who arrives to help Masterji Thakur, and how does Ella feel about their arrival?
Who arrives to help Masterji Thakur, and how does Ella feel about their arrival?
What does Ella do with the paper Masterji Thakur crumples and slips into her pocket, and who does she keep her focus on?
What does Ella do with the paper Masterji Thakur crumples and slips into her pocket, and who does she keep her focus on?
What does Dr. Slade interrogate Ella about in the Founder's Room after curfew?
What does Dr. Slade interrogate Ella about in the Founder's Room after curfew?
What worries Ella two weeks later and who does she consider contacting for help?
What worries Ella two weeks later and who does she consider contacting for help?
What happens when Ella accidentally breaks Clare's news-box, and how does Clare react?
What happens when Ella accidentally breaks Clare's news-box, and how does Clare react?
Why is Brigit summoned to Dr. Karlsson's office, and how does she feel about it?
Why is Brigit summoned to Dr. Karlsson's office, and how does she feel about it?
What does the red appointment card indicate, and how does Ella react to it?
What does the red appointment card indicate, and how does Ella react to it?
What persisting worries do Ella and Brigit face at the Arcanum?
What persisting worries do Ella and Brigit face at the Arcanum?
Who dismisses concerns about a woman named Gia and her impact on the school and community?
Who dismisses concerns about a woman named Gia and her impact on the school and community?
What is Brigit knitting images of, despite not knowing why?
What is Brigit knitting images of, despite not knowing why?
Who invites Brigit to spend winter break with her in order to help figure out the situation?
Who invites Brigit to spend winter break with her in order to help figure out the situation?
Who expresses surprise at seeing images of Gia and intends to investigate further?
Who expresses surprise at seeing images of Gia and intends to investigate further?
Who seeks permission for Brigit to spend winter break and receives approval?
Who seeks permission for Brigit to spend winter break and receives approval?
Who expresses concern for Masterji Thakur's well-being?
Who expresses concern for Masterji Thakur's well-being?
Who reunites with her grandmother, Gran, and sister, Winnie, upon returning home?
Who reunites with her grandmother, Gran, and sister, Winnie, upon returning home?
Who takes an interest in Brigit and befriends her?
Who takes an interest in Brigit and befriends her?
Who finds the family's dirt dobbin upon returning home?
Who finds the family's dirt dobbin upon returning home?
Who instructs the girls to prepare for dinner upon their arrival?
Who instructs the girls to prepare for dinner upon their arrival?
Who does Ella express concern for upon returning home?
Who does Ella express concern for upon returning home?
Who welcomes Brigit upon her arrival and instructs the girls to prepare for dinner?
Who welcomes Brigit upon her arrival and instructs the girls to prepare for dinner?
What unique ability does Dr. Karlsson possess, and how does she recognize Brigit's talent?
What unique ability does Dr. Karlsson possess, and how does she recognize Brigit's talent?
What does Dr. Karlsson suggest about the link between Brigit's knitting and her timesight marvel?
What does Dr. Karlsson suggest about the link between Brigit's knitting and her timesight marvel?
What revelation about Gia Trivelino is made, and how is she connected to the story?
What revelation about Gia Trivelino is made, and how is she connected to the story?
How does Brigit's knitting abilities manifest, and how long has she possessed these abilities?
How does Brigit's knitting abilities manifest, and how long has she possessed these abilities?
What does Dr. Karlsson's interest in Brigit's knitting signify for her journey?
What does Dr. Karlsson's interest in Brigit's knitting signify for her journey?
What does the encounter with Dr. Karlsson at the Vision Tower set the stage for?
What does the encounter with Dr. Karlsson at the Vision Tower set the stage for?
What does Ella learn about Brigit's unique talent, and how does she react to the revelation?
What does Ella learn about Brigit's unique talent, and how does she react to the revelation?
What commotion does Brigit unwittingly cause with her knitting, and what does it reveal about her abilities?
What commotion does Brigit unwittingly cause with her knitting, and what does it reveal about her abilities?
What is the significance of Brigit's knitting of Gia Trivelino's face without knowing who she is?
What is the significance of Brigit's knitting of Gia Trivelino's face without knowing who she is?
How does Dr. Karlsson recognize Brigit's potential, and what does she reveal to Brigit?
How does Dr. Karlsson recognize Brigit's potential, and what does she reveal to Brigit?
What does Brigit fantasize about after accidentally bumping into an older boy?
What does Brigit fantasize about after accidentally bumping into an older boy?
What does Dr. Karlsson's office adornments and unique ability suggest about her character?
What does Dr. Karlsson's office adornments and unique ability suggest about her character?
What strange encounter does Ella face in her room, and how does it affect her belongings?
What strange encounter does Ella face in her room, and how does it affect her belongings?
Who brings Brigit into Ella's room, and what does Brigit share with Ella?
Who brings Brigit into Ella's room, and what does Brigit share with Ella?
What does Brigit express a desire for, and how does it worry Ella?
What does Brigit express a desire for, and how does it worry Ella?
What magical creatures are present during the family's dinner preparation?
What magical creatures are present during the family's dinner preparation?
What family secret related to the Arcanum Institute do Ella overhear her parents arguing about?
What family secret related to the Arcanum Institute do Ella overhear her parents arguing about?
What does Mama express concern about regarding Ella's well-being at the Arcanum Institute?
What does Mama express concern about regarding Ella's well-being at the Arcanum Institute?
What does Papa cite as the reason for sending Ella to the institute, and what does Mama recall about the institute?
What does Papa cite as the reason for sending Ella to the institute, and what does Mama recall about the institute?
What does Ella witness between her parents, and what realization does she come to?
What does Ella witness between her parents, and what realization does she come to?
What indicators of stress does the automat notice in Ella, and how does she try to get it to leave her alone?
What indicators of stress does the automat notice in Ella, and how does she try to get it to leave her alone?
Who approaches Ella and what do they hold when they walk up?
Who approaches Ella and what do they hold when they walk up?
What does Bex reveal about the automat grilling Ella, and what does Bex show Ella?
What does Bex reveal about the automat grilling Ella, and what does Bex show Ella?
What does Ella press her ear to the door to listen for, and what does Bex reveal about their presence?
What does Ella press her ear to the door to listen for, and what does Bex reveal about their presence?
What spell does Ella plan to use to track someone?
What spell does Ella plan to use to track someone?
What do conjurors pass down instead of spell books?
What do conjurors pass down instead of spell books?
Who interrupts Ella and Brigit's conversation in the dining hall?
Who interrupts Ella and Brigit's conversation in the dining hall?
What does Jason suggest using to help with the plan?
What does Jason suggest using to help with the plan?
Who distracts while Jason directs the rotties in the group's plan?
Who distracts while Jason directs the rotties in the group's plan?
What does Jason lure the rotties with for the mission?
What does Jason lure the rotties with for the mission?
Where does Ella enter to ask her godmother questions?
Where does Ella enter to ask her godmother questions?
What type of map does the group plan to create using the wombie's belongings?
What type of map does the group plan to create using the wombie's belongings?
What does the group prepare to execute after successfully calling the rotties?
What does the group prepare to execute after successfully calling the rotties?
What does Ella explain using an example involving a wombie?
What does Ella explain using an example involving a wombie?
Who discusses finding Masterji Thakur without anyone overhearing?
Who discusses finding Masterji Thakur without anyone overhearing?
What do the group devise with Brigit distracting and Jason directing the rotties?
What do the group devise with Brigit distracting and Jason directing the rotties?
What is the name of the mysterious dormitory tower at the Institute?
What is the name of the mysterious dormitory tower at the Institute?
Who accuses Ella of stealing at the Institute?
Who accuses Ella of stealing at the Institute?
What do Ella and Bex plan to do to keep sending Masterji Thakur starposts and investigate his disappearance?
What do Ella and Bex plan to do to keep sending Masterji Thakur starposts and investigate his disappearance?
What is the highly anticipated event at the Institute?
What is the highly anticipated event at the Institute?
Who does Ella discuss her suspicions about with Brigit?
Who does Ella discuss her suspicions about with Brigit?
What kind of note does Clare confront Ella about?
What kind of note does Clare confront Ella about?
What is the name of the Headmarveller who teases Ella and Bex about being Masterji Thakur's favorite students?
What is the name of the Headmarveller who teases Ella and Bex about being Masterji Thakur's favorite students?
What does the text shift to a story about?
What does the text shift to a story about?
What do Ella and Bex doubt about Headmarveller Rivera?
What do Ella and Bex doubt about Headmarveller Rivera?
What do Ella and Bex encounter Headmarveller Rivera discussing, distracting them from their suspicions?
What do Ella and Bex encounter Headmarveller Rivera discussing, distracting them from their suspicions?
Who confronts Ella about a note, leading to tensions rising between them?
Who confronts Ella about a note, leading to tensions rising between them?
What are Ella and Bex trying to regrow to bring sand-dragons back home?
What are Ella and Bex trying to regrow to bring sand-dragons back home?
Who does Ella find crying in her room and helps fix her braid-hands?
Who does Ella find crying in her room and helps fix her braid-hands?
What holiday is celebrated at Marvellian School, and who gives a speech about it?
What holiday is celebrated at Marvellian School, and who gives a speech about it?
Who questions Ella's kindness towards Abina?
Who questions Ella's kindness towards Abina?
Who does Ella confide in about her suspicions regarding Headmarveller Rivera?
Who does Ella confide in about her suspicions regarding Headmarveller Rivera?
What does the text depict the evolving dynamics of among the characters?
What does the text depict the evolving dynamics of among the characters?
What are the names of the three main characters who discuss the situation involving a missing lantern and Masterji Thakur's absence?
What are the names of the three main characters who discuss the situation involving a missing lantern and Masterji Thakur's absence?
Why does Ella feel unable to ask for help and concerned about her parents' reaction to her involvement in a rescue mission?
Why does Ella feel unable to ask for help and concerned about her parents' reaction to her involvement in a rescue mission?
What message does the starpost box return with when Ella sends the letter to Masterji Thakur?
What message does the starpost box return with when Ella sends the letter to Masterji Thakur?
Who interrupts the trio's discussion and urges them to go to their dormitories for nightly curfew?
Who interrupts the trio's discussion and urges them to go to their dormitories for nightly curfew?
How does Dean Nabokova's presence and threat leave Ella feeling?
How does Dean Nabokova's presence and threat leave Ella feeling?
What does the text end with, leaving Ella feeling anxious and unsettled about?
What does the text end with, leaving Ella feeling anxious and unsettled about?
What are Ella, Jason, and Brigit trying to figure out in the text?
What are Ella, Jason, and Brigit trying to figure out in the text?
Who interrupts Ella while she is waiting outside Dr. Mbalia’s West African Oral room, and what does he ask her?
Who interrupts Ella while she is waiting outside Dr. Mbalia’s West African Oral room, and what does he ask her?
What does Ella wish and hope for as she stands beside the lamppost outside Dr. Mbalia’s room?
What does Ella wish and hope for as she stands beside the lamppost outside Dr. Mbalia’s room?
Who approaches Ella and asks her to talk, and what does Ella reply?
Who approaches Ella and asks her to talk, and what does Ella reply?
What do Jason, Ella, and Brigit discover about the Headmarvellers?
What do Jason, Ella, and Brigit discover about the Headmarvellers?
What do the rotties reveal about Feste?
What do the rotties reveal about Feste?
What is found inside Brigit's pocket-box?
What is found inside Brigit's pocket-box?
What does the vintage heliogram on the poster depict?
What does the vintage heliogram on the poster depict?
Who is depicted on the circus poster?
Who is depicted on the circus poster?
What do they find in the hidden compartments of the pocket-box?
What do they find in the hidden compartments of the pocket-box?
What shocks Ella, Brigit, and Jason?
What shocks Ella, Brigit, and Jason?
What does Ella mention she is doing the next day?
What does Ella mention she is doing the next day?
What is the name of the character accused of attacking Clare Lumen and sending threatening star-posts?
What is the name of the character accused of attacking Clare Lumen and sending threatening star-posts?
Who questions Ella about the incident?
Who questions Ella about the incident?
What evidence does Headmarveller MacDonald present to Ella?
What evidence does Headmarveller MacDonald present to Ella?
Who does Ella deny the accusations to?
Who does Ella deny the accusations to?
Who does Ella have to prepare for a meeting with, according to the text?
Who does Ella have to prepare for a meeting with, according to the text?
What does the text end with, in relation to Gia?
What does the text end with, in relation to Gia?
Who is hopeful that her guest can help locate her daughter's soul?
Who is hopeful that her guest can help locate her daughter's soul?
What is Ella instructed to follow in the situation according to the text?
What is Ella instructed to follow in the situation according to the text?
Who mentions Clare's influential father and the seriousness of the situation?
Who mentions Clare's influential father and the seriousness of the situation?
What does Ella insist about her actions?
What does Ella insist about her actions?
Who is accused of attacking Clare Lumen and sending threatening star-posts?
Who is accused of attacking Clare Lumen and sending threatening star-posts?
Who plays a recording of Ella's voice allegedly in a fight with Clare?
Who plays a recording of Ella's voice allegedly in a fight with Clare?
Who do Ella and Brigit plan to meet in the Stariary to escape from their surveillance at the Institute?
Who do Ella and Brigit plan to meet in the Stariary to escape from their surveillance at the Institute?
What magical incantation do Ella and Brigit use to calm Siobhan’s pixies causing a commotion during their escape?
What magical incantation do Ella and Brigit use to calm Siobhan’s pixies causing a commotion during their escape?
What do Ella and Brigit use to unlock a door during their escape from the Hydra Tower?
What do Ella and Brigit use to unlock a door during their escape from the Hydra Tower?
Who is the starfolk that Ella and Brigit encounter in the mail center while trying to escape?
Who is the starfolk that Ella and Brigit encounter in the mail center while trying to escape?
Why does Aries initially refuse to help Ella and Brigit during their escape?
Why does Aries initially refuse to help Ella and Brigit during their escape?
Who convinces Aries to eventually agree to help Ella and Brigit during their escape?
Who convinces Aries to eventually agree to help Ella and Brigit during their escape?
What does Aries ask to see and advises Ella and Brigit to inform?
What does Aries ask to see and advises Ella and Brigit to inform?
Who does Ella insist knows the truth about their situation, expressing fear of being kicked out of the Arcanum?
Who does Ella insist knows the truth about their situation, expressing fear of being kicked out of the Arcanum?
What eventually overwhelms Ella during their escape attempt?
What eventually overwhelms Ella during their escape attempt?
What does Ella use to communicate with Aries, but cannot decipher the language used by Jason to convince Aries?
What does Ella use to communicate with Aries, but cannot decipher the language used by Jason to convince Aries?
Where do Ella and Brigit plan to go with the help of Aries?
Where do Ella and Brigit plan to go with the help of Aries?
What does Ella fear will happen to her if she is kicked out of the Arcanum?
What does Ella fear will happen to her if she is kicked out of the Arcanum?
Who are the main characters involved in the trouble at Marvellian Arcanum and what are their respective dilemmas?
Who are the main characters involved in the trouble at Marvellian Arcanum and what are their respective dilemmas?
What are the Wombies and how do they support Ella in her time of distress?
What are the Wombies and how do they support Ella in her time of distress?
What challenges do the characters face in their relationships and connections to the Underworld?
What challenges do the characters face in their relationships and connections to the Underworld?
Describe the world portrayed in the text and the struggles faced by the characters.
Describe the world portrayed in the text and the struggles faced by the characters.
What is the setting of the story and how does it contribute to the plot?
What is the setting of the story and how does it contribute to the plot?
What chaotic event occurs involving small creatures and how does it impact the characters?
What chaotic event occurs involving small creatures and how does it impact the characters?
What are some of the unique features of the Marvellian world and how do they affect the characters' experiences?
What are some of the unique features of the Marvellian world and how do they affect the characters' experiences?
What do Gia and Sebastien discuss regarding Gia's daughter, and what is the conflict surrounding this discussion?
What do Gia and Sebastien discuss regarding Gia's daughter, and what is the conflict surrounding this discussion?
How do Jason and Brigit support Ella in her time of distress, and what are their promises to her?
How do Jason and Brigit support Ella in her time of distress, and what are their promises to her?
What emotional struggles do the characters face and how do these struggles shape the plot?
What emotional struggles do the characters face and how do these struggles shape the plot?
How do the characters' connections to the Underworld add complexity to the plot, and what dilemmas arise from these connections?
How do the characters' connections to the Underworld add complexity to the plot, and what dilemmas arise from these connections?
What role do the Wombies play in Ella's story, and how do they contribute to the plot development?
What role do the Wombies play in Ella's story, and how do they contribute to the plot development?
What did Samaira catch and why was it angry?
What did Samaira catch and why was it angry?
Who plucked the culprit from Samaira’s grip and what did she do with it?
Who plucked the culprit from Samaira’s grip and what did she do with it?
Who did Dean Nabokova order to be sent for, and why?
Who did Dean Nabokova order to be sent for, and why?
Who raced in, red-faced and out of breath, and what did he look for?
Who raced in, red-faced and out of breath, and what did he look for?
What are the five Paragons marked on the machine?
What are the five Paragons marked on the machine?
What is the name of the Headmarveller who conducts the Marvel Examination?
What is the name of the Headmarveller who conducts the Marvel Examination?
What Paragon is Ella placed in and what kindred marvel does she possess?
What Paragon is Ella placed in and what kindred marvel does she possess?
Who winks at Ella before she begins her Marvel Examination?
Who winks at Ella before she begins her Marvel Examination?
What does Ella feel as she waits for the results of her Marvel Examination?
What does Ella feel as she waits for the results of her Marvel Examination?
What is the etching on Ella's pin after she is placed in the Paragon of Vision?
What is the etching on Ella's pin after she is placed in the Paragon of Vision?
What does the Headmarveller say Ella will be able to determine with her newfound marvel?
What does the Headmarveller say Ella will be able to determine with her newfound marvel?
How does Ella feel after being placed in the Paragon of Vision?
How does Ella feel after being placed in the Paragon of Vision?
Who does Ella find in the room before answering 'yes' to the Headmarveller's question?
Who does Ella find in the room before answering 'yes' to the Headmarveller's question?
What did Ella realize after everything she had been through and what Masterji Thakur had shown her?
What did Ella realize after everything she had been through and what Masterji Thakur had shown her?
What does the metal pin feel like when handed to Ella after being placed in the Paragon of Vision?
What does the metal pin feel like when handed to Ella after being placed in the Paragon of Vision?
What does Ella study about the tiny disk of her pin after being placed in the Paragon of Vision?
What does Ella study about the tiny disk of her pin after being placed in the Paragon of Vision?
Why is Ella Durand's proficiency at the Arcanum Training Institute significant?
Why is Ella Durand's proficiency at the Arcanum Training Institute significant?
What are the themes explored in the text?
What are the themes explored in the text?
What are the characteristics of the interaction at Mrs. Baudelaire's Perfume Atelier?
What are the characteristics of the interaction at Mrs. Baudelaire's Perfume Atelier?
What subjects did Ella excel in at the Arcanum Training Institute?
What subjects did Ella excel in at the Arcanum Training Institute?
What does Mrs. Baudelaire emphasize about her perfumes?
What does Mrs. Baudelaire emphasize about her perfumes?
What are the enduring appeal of perfumes highlighted in the conversation?
What are the enduring appeal of perfumes highlighted in the conversation?
What are the elements woven together in the text?
What are the elements woven together in the text?
What is the resolution of the conflict at the Arcanum Training Institute involving pixies and Dr. Winchester?
What is the resolution of the conflict at the Arcanum Training Institute involving pixies and Dr. Winchester?
What does the story involve in terms of themes?
What does the story involve in terms of themes?
What does the scene at the Arcanum Training Institute involve?
What does the scene at the Arcanum Training Institute involve?
What does the text explore in terms of themes?
What does the text explore in terms of themes?
What does Gia's visit to Mrs. Baudelaire's Perfume Atelier involve?
What does Gia's visit to Mrs. Baudelaire's Perfume Atelier involve?
What is the purpose of the Marvel Examination at the Arcanum Institute?
What is the purpose of the Marvel Examination at the Arcanum Institute?
What is the Elixir of Light test and how is it administered?
What is the Elixir of Light test and how is it administered?
Who administers the Elixir of Light test and where are the results revealed?
Who administers the Elixir of Light test and where are the results revealed?
What happens after the Elixir of Light test results are revealed?
What happens after the Elixir of Light test results are revealed?
What does Ella's conjure mark show, and what does it indicate?
What does Ella's conjure mark show, and what does it indicate?
How does Ella feel about her upcoming Marvel Examination and the Elixir of Light test?
How does Ella feel about her upcoming Marvel Examination and the Elixir of Light test?
What is the tradition at the Arcanum Institute regarding the Marvel Examination?
What is the tradition at the Arcanum Institute regarding the Marvel Examination?
What do trainees receive after the examination, and what is the significance of it?
What do trainees receive after the examination, and what is the significance of it?
What is the role of Masterji Thakur in encouraging Ella, and why does he insist on not discussing his mysterious injury?
What is the role of Masterji Thakur in encouraging Ella, and why does he insist on not discussing his mysterious injury?
What is the setting for the Marvel Examination, and who is present during the examination?
What is the setting for the Marvel Examination, and who is present during the examination?
What does the naming ceremony signify for Ella, and how does she feel about it?
What does the naming ceremony signify for Ella, and how does she feel about it?
What is the significance of the Elixir of Light test in the trainees' journey at the Arcanum Institute?
What is the significance of the Elixir of Light test in the trainees' journey at the Arcanum Institute?
What ability does Mrs. Baudelaire have and how does she use it?
What ability does Mrs. Baudelaire have and how does she use it?
Who demands parfum de mémoires from Mrs. Baudelaire and what does she do next?
Who demands parfum de mémoires from Mrs. Baudelaire and what does she do next?
What does Gia use to show her true identity?
What does Gia use to show her true identity?
What does Masterji Thakur give Ella and what does she do with it?
What does Masterji Thakur give Ella and what does she do with it?
What does Masterji Thakur have branded on his clavicle and what does he refuse to speak about?
What does Masterji Thakur have branded on his clavicle and what does he refuse to speak about?
Who surprises Mrs. Baudelaire by being alive?
Who surprises Mrs. Baudelaire by being alive?
Who sits with Masterji Thakur at his lab in the Arcanum and what does Masterji Thakur give her?
Who sits with Masterji Thakur at his lab in the Arcanum and what does Masterji Thakur give her?
What does Ella do to reveal the maker of the blueprints and who does she find?
What does Ella do to reveal the maker of the blueprints and who does she find?
What does Gia demand from Mrs. Baudelaire and what does she do with her?
What does Gia demand from Mrs. Baudelaire and what does she do with her?
Who is revealed to be alive and what is Mrs. Baudelaire's reaction?
Who is revealed to be alive and what is Mrs. Baudelaire's reaction?
Who refuses to speak about the M branded on his clavicle?
Who refuses to speak about the M branded on his clavicle?
What does Gia use to show her true identity?
What does Gia use to show her true identity?
Study Notes
The Arcanum Training Institute Welcomes Conjurors
- Mr. and Mrs. Marsalis greet Ella as she prepares to leave for the Arcanum Training Institute, while Reagan, her best friend, gives her a luck root and asks her to write every day
- The Arcanum’s Lower School opens its doors to Conjure folk after a ruling by the Marvellian Courts of Justice and an amendment to the Marvellian Constitution
- Ella and her family arrive at the Stardust Pier, where they await the sky-ferries for the next leg of their journey to the Arcanum Training Institute
- Ella, dressed in all white, stands out among her fellow Level One trainees and feels the weight of representing her family as the first Conjuror enrolled
- Security coppers, resembling Fewel police, and their intimidating animals patrol the area, creating tension among the arriving families
- Ella feels the pressure to make the night perfect and waves at onlookers while the press-ferries capture the moment with flashing cameras
- The anticipation builds as the crowd is directed to a turbaned man on a dais, where Ella's name is called, and her sister notices stars on her dress
- Ella's excitement and nerves are palpable as she prepares to board the Arcanum Training Institute’s sky-ferries, marking the beginning of her journey as a Conjuror
Ella Conjuror's Magic Tree
- Ella is a Conjuror, and her mother, Mama, guides her in conjuring a tree for protection.
- Mama instructs Ella to perform the spell, and Ella recalls her early experiences with plant magic.
- Despite feeling pressured, Ella successfully conjures a live oak tree in the room, impressing everyone.
- The tree is capable of picking up blue bottles and hanging them, showcasing its magical abilities.
- Marvellians are amazed by Ella's magic, and she explains the purpose of the bottle tree to them.
- Marvellians discuss their own magic and express surprise at the differences between their abilities and Ella's.
- The mention of the Aces and a tense atmosphere hints at potential conflict or secrecy in the magical world.
- A trainee ambassador, Katherine, announces the departure of the Durand family's sky-ferry and a midnight assembly for Level One students.
- Ella's family expresses concern for her safety and communication as she prepares to leave with the Marvellians.
- The text ends with a sense of finality as Ella's family bids her farewell, and there is a feeling of uncertainty about what lies ahead for Ella.
Ella's First Day at the Arcanum Training Institute
- Ella is apprehensive about her new friend, Brigit, who is the opposite of Reagan, a generous and cheerful person
- Ella notices a clown doll named Feste on Brigit's nightstand, and it winks at her, causing her to be startled
- Ella attempts to ride the Arcanum trolley to the Vision Tower for her orientation on her first official day at the Arcanum Training Institute
- She recalls her experiences with streetcars back home and feels confident about navigating the trolley system
- People stare at Ella as she walks out of the dormitory hall, making her wish they would mind their own business
- Ella manages to board the Gold trolley and follows instructions from an automat to find a seat
- The trolley journey provides Ella with a view of Arcanum instructors, starfolk, and automats performing various tasks
- Ella arrives at the Vision Tower and is greeted by a massive mechanical eye, heliogram of founder Louis Antonio Villarreal, and various divination laboratories
- Ella encounters Jason, who reveals that he has a kindred marvel of communicating with animals and discusses the Marvel Exam
- Ella becomes startled when she sees a creature in Jason's mantle pocket, which he explains is a rottie, a type of dog
- Jason shares that the Marvel Exam determines a person's path at the institute, but individuals can train in other areas as well
- Ella expresses frustration about having to wait for the Marvel Exam results, and Jason suggests learning about all the Paragons first
Ella's Encounter in the Marvellian World
- Ella and Jason take care of wombies, creatures that poop gold squares, and Jason treats them like people
- Jason shows Ella a secret room filled with various items and explains that the wombies look after it for him
- Brigit reads a story to the wombie babies from their extensive library, and Ella learns about a famous Marvellian veterinarian, Kiyota Murakami
- Jason reveals that he comes to the secret room when he gets overwhelmed and that many are afraid of a creature named Sweetie
- A big creature, a baby deathbull, unexpectedly appears, causing chaos in the habitat
- Ella calms the baby deathbull with a song and discovers that Jason knows the same song, raising questions about his past
- Ella questions the presence of a deathbull in the Marvellian world and Jason's involvement with it
- Ella sends messages to her family and Masterji Thakur, seeking answers about the Institute and expressing her confusion about the crossing tug
- Ella creates a door leading to the Underworld, where she finds a turreted mansion and a stretch of mountains
- The key melts into a silver staircase, and the door disappears, marking the Ace of Anarchy's freedom
- The text depicts Ella's experiences and interactions in the Marvellian world, raising questions about the secrets and mysteries surrounding the characters
- This excerpt from a story showcases Ella's curiosity, her relationships with other characters, and her ability to create a door to the Underworld, setting the stage for further developments in the plot
Ella's Conjure Training and Challenges
- Ella is accustomed to various conjure companions and fears snakes initially, but she overcomes her fear as she gets to know them.
- Aunt Sera, Ella's godmother, discusses potential conjure companions for Ella and mentions a preference against mice.
- Aunt Sera and Ella decorate the space with Halloween decorations, and Aunt Sera uses magic to enhance the ambiance.
- Aunt Sera and Ella discuss moving a Quassia plant, which is a dangerous and irritable plant from the Underworld.
- Quassia plants are considered dangerous and are kept in a separate area in the garden.
- Ella helps Aunt Sera move the Quassia plant, but it becomes volatile and tries to grab Ella.
- With Aunt Sera's guidance, Ella learns to control the Quassia plant using conjure and singing.
- Aunt Sera discusses Ella's demerits and questions her about sneaking around, showing concern for her well-being.
- Aunt Sera mentions that Ella's mother wants regular reports on her conjure mark and encourages Ella to practice more to develop her skills.
- Ella expresses reluctance to practice openly due to fear of judgment from other students.
- Aunt Sera encourages Ella to embrace her skills and suggests that others may be more open-minded than she thinks.
- The text highlights the unique and complex world of conjure training and the challenges Ella faces in embracing her abilities and navigating her relationships.
Strange Encounters and Family Secrets
- Ella is confronted by a strange entity that mistakes her for someone else, causing chaos in her room.
- Ella's room remains undisturbed, with her belongings in place, despite the strange encounter.
- Brigit, a new arrival, is brought into Ella's room by Winnie, who seems to be bothered by her presence.
- Brigit shares her past living conditions and shows Ella her knitting needles, now missing an incantation symbol.
- Brigit expresses a desire to escape back to New York, worrying Ella about her safety and potential departure.
- The family prepares for dinner, with magical creatures such as Gumbo the alligator and Greno the frog present.
- Brigit learns about "conjure companions" and Ella's godmother's teachings from Gran.
- Ella overhears her parents arguing about her attending the Arcanum Institute and a family secret related to it.
- Mama expresses concern about Ella's well-being at the Arcanum Institute and fears the consequences of her attendance.
- Papa defends his decision to send Ella to the institute, citing the attacks on their conjure community and the need for escape.
- Mama recalls a tragic family loss related to the Arcanum Institute and expresses fear of history repeating itself.
- Ella witnesses the tension and fear between her parents, realizing the weight of the family's secret and the danger she might be in.
Return to Sender
- Jason, Brigit, and Ella discuss a situation involving a missing lantern and Masterji Thakur's absence.
- Ella feels unable to ask for help and is concerned about her parents' reaction to her involvement in a rescue mission.
- Jason suggests sending another starpost to Masterji Thakur and returning to his office, while Brigit agrees with both ideas.
- Ella writes a message to Masterji Thakur and feels better for taking matters into her own hands.
- The trio attends a feast, where Ella loads up on various desserts.
- Ella sends the letter through a starpost box, hoping for a response from Masterji Thakur.
- The starpost box returns the letter with the message "RETURN TO SENDER."
- The trio speculates on the meaning of the returned letter and worries about Masterji Thakur's well-being.
- Dean Nabokova interrupts their discussion and urges them to go to their dormitories for nightly curfew.
- Dean Nabokova's intimidating presence and threat leave Ella feeling unsettled.
- Ella, Brigit, and Jason discuss the situation in their room, with Ella feeling worried and tracing the "RETURN TO SENDER" message.
- The text ends with Ella feeling anxious and unsettled about the situation and the message on her starpost.
Trouble in Marvellian Arcanum
- Gia, a powerful character, meets with Sebastien Durand, a High Walker of the Underworld
- Gia has a daughter who she believes is dead, but Sebastien claims she is not
- Gia asks Sebastien to bring her daughter's essence back from the Underworld
- Ella, another character, is accused of a crime she didn't commit
- Ella seeks comfort from her friends, the Wombies, and worries about her future at the Institute
- Jason and Brigit, Ella's friends, console her and promise to help
- Ella fears that her parents will be informed and she will be expelled from the Institute
- Rotties, small creatures, cause chaos in the room
- The story is set in a place called Marvellian Arcanum
- The characters have complex relationships and connections to the Underworld
- The text describes the characters' emotional struggles and the challenges they face
- The text portrays a world filled with magical creatures and unique characters
The Power of Scent and Memories
- Mrs. Baudelaire can recapture lost memories using scent
- She offers to create a special blend to keep memories in place
- Gia reveals herself and demands parfum de mémoires from Mrs. Baudelaire
- Mrs. Baudelaire shows Gia a music box containing glass bottles of memories
- Gia demands more memories and takes Mrs. Baudelaire with her
- Gia uses Fournier's watch to show her true identity
- Gia demands Amélie to come with her as well
- Gia is revealed to be alive, surprising Mrs. Baudelaire
- Ella sits with Masterji Thakur at his lab in the Arcanum
- Masterji Thakur gives Ella Arcanum blueprints to study over the summer
- Ella uses a spell to reveal the maker of the blueprints, finding Jean-Michel Durand
- Masterji Thakur has an M branded on his clavicle and refuses to speak about it
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Description
Follow Ella, a young Conjuror, as she embarks on her magical journey at the Arcanum Training Institute, facing new challenges, making friends, and uncovering family secrets in the Marvellian world.
