The Fault in Our Stars Chapters 6-10 Flashcards

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Who is Hazel's first and second best friend?

AW (correct)

Isaac

Mom (correct)

Gus

How do Hazel and her dad know about cancer compared to her mom?

Hazel and her dad know about it vaguely, while her mom knows a ton.

Where did AW used to play basketball?

North Central

Why did Kaitlin and Derek break up?

They broke up because he thinks they are incompatible and that they'd only get hurt more in the long run. Signup and view all the answers

How long did it take Kaitlin to get over Derek?

Sleeve of Girl Scout thin mints and 40 minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Caroline and Hazel?

Hazel has green eyes; Caroline has brown and has slightly darker skin. Signup and view all the answers

What is pain?

Pain is a blunt and nonspecific diagnostic instrument. Signup and view all the answers

Where was the earthquake?

Papua, New Guinea Signup and view all the answers

What is Hazel and why?

Hazel is a grenade; she wants to minimize the casualties. Signup and view all the answers

What is Hazel's occupation?

A professional sick person Signup and view all the answers

What did Gus call Caroline?

Hulk smash Signup and view all the answers

What was Hazel worried about?

She doesn't want to put Gus through her medical problems. Signup and view all the answers

What's Hazel's stuffed animal's name?

Bluie Signup and view all the answers

What did Hazel think of during her headache?

She tried to live in the moment before the big bang. Signup and view all the answers

How did Hazel know she was in the ICU?

She didn't have her own room, because there was so much beeping and because she was alone. Signup and view all the answers

What was Hazel's headache caused by?

Poor oxygenation caused by her lungs swimming in fluid. Signup and view all the answers

What's Bipap?

The machine that forces air in and out of her lungs. Signup and view all the answers

How long was Hazel in the hospital?

6 days Signup and view all the answers

What are Hazel's and Augustus Waters' hamartias, according to Peter Van Houton?

Hers is that she is so sick, and his is that he is so well. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of stars?

To cross. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter say in his letter?

He says that Hazel wishes to spare him no pain, and that she's not the lunatic. Signup and view all the answers

What's a big cancer team meeting?

When doctors, social workers, and physical therapists get together and talk about Hazel's situation. Signup and view all the answers

Why isn't Hazel eligible for a lung transplant?

Because there is no sense using good lungs on a hopeless case. Signup and view all the answers

What was Hazel of her parent suffering?

The alpha and the omega. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hazel's mom say when Hazel was about to die?

I won't be a mom anymore. Signup and view all the answers

When Hazel talks with AW, what does it feel like?

That they're in the uncreated third space. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hazel think she sounded like with the BIPAP?

A dragon. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Hazel crying?

Because she wants to go to Amsterdam, wants to know the ending of the book, doesn't like her life, and the sky is depressing. Signup and view all the answers

What's 90 percent of the problem?

The swing set. Signup and view all the answers

What does pedophilic mean?

Something that is attracted to children. Signup and view all the answers

Why does AW say he likes Hazel?

Because she is hot and says crazy words. Also, she is so busy being her she doesn't realize how unprecedented she is. Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel say about falling in love?

I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Hazel sell the swings to?

Daniel Alvarez Signup and view all the answers

What was Augustus's reason for kissing Hazel?

It was friendly. Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel say to Lida?

I'll give you my strength if you give me my remission. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Isaac live?

A ranch home in Meridian Hills. Signup and view all the answers

What does Gus always do when playing video games?

He always wants to find the prisoner, which keeps you from winning the game. Signup and view all the answers

What doesn't Hazel want to do to Isaac?

She doesn't want to Isaac him. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hazel wear to the airport?

Jeans, a pink tank, and a black cardigan. Signup and view all the answers

What time did they wake up, and what time is the departure?

5:30, noon. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Hazel like to eat early?

Because she's not a 19th century Russian peasant fortifying for her day in the fields. Signup and view all the answers

What was Hazel complaining about?

Why eggs are breakfast food. Signup and view all the answers

What's the weird thing about houses?

It always looks like nothing is happening within them, even though they contain most of their lives. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hazel want AW to wear?

A button down. Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel think is a form of oppression?

Standing in line. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hazel compare not walking with her oxygen tank to?

Taking off your book bag. Signup and view all the answers

What was awfully entangled?

Hazel's mom's primary reason for living and Hazel’s. Signup and view all the answers

Why does AW think about scrambled eggs?

They're not ghettoized, they are special. Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel say about the frail and rare?

The frail, rare things are beautifully simple, but that is a lie. Signup and view all the answers

Why did AW take so long to get his burger?

He didn't want to sit there with everyone looking at him. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Hazel become a homebody?

Because she carried her disease on the outside. Signup and view all the answers

When do we age slower?

When we move quickly, rather than moving still. Signup and view all the answers

What movie did Hazel and AW watch?

A rom com, and 300. Signup and view all the answers

What couldn't Hazel figure out?

Why the Persians were so mean and the Spartans were so awesome. Signup and view all the answers

How many people alive and dead are there?

7 billion and 98 million. Signup and view all the answers

What does Augustus know?

That love is just a shout into a void, that oblivion is inevitable, and that he is in love with her. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character Relationships

Hazel's first best friend is her mom; her second best friend is Augustus Waters (AW).
Unlike her mom, Hazel and her dad have a vague understanding of cancer.

Personal Background

Augustus played basketball at North Central.
Kaitlin and Derek broke up due to perceived incompatibility; a concept described as "preemptive dumping."
It took Kaitlin approximately 40 minutes to get over Derek, equated to a sleeve of Girl Scout thin mints.

Physical Characteristics

Hazel has green eyes, while Caroline has brown eyes and darker skin.
Hazel identifies herself as a "professional sick person."

Pain and Health

Pain is described as a blunt and nonspecific diagnostic tool.
Hazel experiences headaches due to poor oxygenation from fluid buildup in her lungs, which has since been drained.
Bipap is a device that forces air into her lungs; she spent six days in the hospital.

Emotional and Philosophical Insights

Hazel perceives herself as a grenade, aiming to minimize the emotional damage to others.
She expresses a desire to spare Augustus from her medical issues, highlighting her internal conflict.
Augustus refers to Caroline as "hulk smash," indicating a lighthearted but complex relationship dynamic.

Literature and Life Reflections

Hazel longs to visit Amsterdam and discover the ending of a book, reflecting her dissatisfaction with life.
She likens falling in love to the gradual process of falling asleep: slowly, then all at once.
Augustus philosophizes on love and existence, acknowledging that oblivion is inevitable.

The dynamic between Hazel and Augustus deepens; he is drawn to her authenticity, while they share mutual interests such as enjoying video games.
Isaac, another character, lives in a ranch home; Hazel is careful to avoid emotional dependency on him.

Daily Life and Experiences

Hazel is critical of early meals, likening herself to a peasant fortifying for work.
She finds normal household aspects, such as the appearance of houses, to be deceptively tranquil, contrasting with the chaos of life inside.

Symbolism and Themes

The "swing set" becomes a metaphor for Hazel's emotional struggles; it represents nostalgia for normalcy.
Augustus’s eccentricities, like his thoughts about scrambled eggs being special, reveal deeper themes of identity and meaning.

Major Events

Hazel's significant interactions with Augustus mark pivotal moments in her emotional journey.
The mention of a "big cancer team meeting" underscores the collaborative nature of her medical care.

Personal Items and Memories

Hazel's stuffed animal is named Bluie, serving as a symbol of her childhood and innocence amidst her struggles.
She recalls specific memories, such as wearing a black cardigan to the airport, projecting a sense of identity and comfort.

Understanding and Acceptance

Hazel grapples with understanding love, loss, and the nature of relationships as she navigates her illness.
The introspective dialogue about life and death highlights the profound connections formed in shared experiences.

Conclusion

Hazel's journey encompasses themes of love, mortality, and the search for meaning within the constraints of illness, creating a rich tapestry of teenage experience against a backdrop of cancer.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering Chapters 6 to 10 of 'The Fault in Our Stars'. Explore key relationships, character insights, and crucial plot points to deepen your understanding of the story. Perfect for students preparing for discussions or exams.