The Fault in Our Stars Chapters 9-16 Flashcards
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What does Hazel attend prior to departing for Amsterdam?

A long support group meeting

Who says that they admire Hazel?

Lida

What does Lida admire about Hazel?

Her strength

How does Hazel respond to Lida's comment?

<p>She makes a snide remark about how she would trade her strength for Lida's remission</p> Signup and view all the answers

What game does Issac invite Hazel over to play?

<p>A blind-friendly version of The Price of Dawn</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Hazel not want to have a real relationship with Augustus?

<p>She is afraid of dying and leaving him</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel wonder about breakfast foods?

<p>She wonders why foods like scrambled eggs are labeled as breakfast foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel and her mom hear when they approach Gus's door on the morning of their departure for Amsterdam?

<p>Crying and shouting</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Gus leave to do when they reach the flight gate?

<p>He goes to get breakfast</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the real reason for why it took Gus so long to return from getting breakfast?

<p>He didn't want to sit in the gate area with all the people there staring at them because it makes him angry</p> Signup and view all the answers

Has Gus ever flown before?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What violent movie do they watch on the flight?

<p>300</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do they talk about after the violent movie?

<p>The total number of living people versus the total number of dead people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What restaurant did Lidewij make reservations at for Hazel and Gus?

<p>Orangee</p> Signup and view all the answers

What beverage does the waiter bring them?

<p>Champagne</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Gus's suit originally intended for?

<p>His funeral</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Caroline's attitude toward Gus?

<p>She became progressively meaner throughout the development of her cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel wear to meet Van Houten?

<p>A light blue shirt and jeans to look like Anna from the book</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Van Houten act toward Hazel and Gus?

<p>He slams the door in their face and says that he did not invite them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of music does Van Houten like?

<p>Swedish hip-hop</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hazel do to Van Houten's scotch glass?

<p>Knocks it out of his hand and onto the floor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What house do they tour?

<p>The Anne Frank House</p> Signup and view all the answers

What at the house might cause trouble for Hazel and Gus?

<p>It has many stairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Hazel and Gus do in the Anne Frank House?

<p>Kiss</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the crowd respond to their kissing?

<p>They shout 'Bravo'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Gus confess while in Amsterdam?

<p>That he is sick</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Gus describe his PET scan?

<p>He says that it lit up like a Christmas tree, meaning that his cancer is throughout his whole body</p> Signup and view all the answers

What drink do they drink on the flight home?

<p>Champagne</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Hazel's dad find out about Gus's cancer?

<p>Before the trip</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Gus and Isaac do to Monica's car?

<p>Egg the car</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the last picture Hazel has of Gus?

<p>The one she took while he egged Monica's car</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Gus admitted to the ER?

<p>Chest pains</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is allowed in Gus's hospital room?

<p>Only family</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Hazel take Gus in a wheelchair?

<p>To Funky Bones park</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do they drink at the park?

<p>Champagne</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Gus do after he eats?

<p>Vomits up the food</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Gus like playing The Price of Dawn with Hazel?

<p>He can save her from the made-up terrorists</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Plot Points (Chapters 9-16)

  • Hazel attends a lengthy support group meeting before leaving for Amsterdam.
  • Lida admires Hazel for her strength, but Hazel sarcastically wishes for Lida's remission instead of her strength.
  • Isaac invites Hazel to play a blind-friendly version of the game "The Price of Dawn."
  • Hazel hesitates to pursue a real relationship with Augustus due to fear of leaving him behind in death.
  • On the morning of their Amsterdam departure, Hazel and her mother hear cries and shouts at Gus's door.
  • Gus takes a long time to return from breakfast at the flight gate to avoid the stares of onlookers, which frustrates him.
  • Gus has never flown before, adding to the anticipation of the trip.
  • During the flight, they watch the violent film "300" and discuss the ratio of living to deceased individuals.
  • Lidewij makes reservations at the restaurant Orangee for Hazel and Gus.
  • The waiter serves them champagne, reinforcing the celebratory atmosphere.
  • Gus's suit was originally meant for his funeral, highlighting the gravity of his situation.
  • Caroline's demeanor worsens as her cancer progresses, affecting her relationship with Gus.
  • Hazel dresses like Anna from her favorite book to meet author Van Houten but is met with hostility.
  • Van Houten slams the door and expresses he did not invite them, showing his reclusive nature.
  • Van Houten enjoys Swedish Hip-Hop, adding depth to his character.
  • In a moment of anger, Hazel knocks Van Houten's scotch glass from his hand.
  • Hazel and Gus visit the Anne Frank House, notable for its many stairs, which could pose a challenge for Hazel.
  • They share a kiss inside the house, drawing applause from the audience.
  • Gus confesses his health status in Amsterdam, revealing it as dire.
  • He describes his PET scan as indicating widespread cancer, igniting panic and grief.
  • The couple drinks champagne again on their flight back home.
  • Hazel's father learned about Gus's condition before their trip, preparing him for what was to come.
  • Gus and Isaac vandalize Monica's car by egging it, reflecting their anger and camaraderie.
  • The last photograph Hazel has of Gus captures him during the car vandalism, retaining a bittersweet memory.
  • Gus is admitted to the ER due to severe chest pains, elevating tension in the narrative.
  • Only family members can visit Gus in the hospital, restricting Hazel's presence.
  • Hazel takes Gus to Funky Bones park using a wheelchair, marking a significant outing.
  • They celebrate with champagne at the park, attempting to find joy despite their struggles.
  • After eating, Gus vomits, illustrating the toll his illness takes on him.
  • Gus finds solace in the game "The Price of Dawn," where he can heroically protect Hazel from imaginary threats.

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Test your knowledge of chapters 9 to 16 of 'The Fault in Our Stars' with these flashcards. Explore key character interactions and themes as you answer questions about Hazel, Lida, and their support group dynamics. Perfect for enhancing your understanding of the novel's deeper insights.

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