The Maze Runner Chapter 17-31 Flashcards

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How does Thomas outwit the Griever?

Thomas swung on vines side to side to get the Griever to follow him and not go to Alby, then kicked the Griever with his right leg.

What do the walls symbolize about life?

The Gladers' obstacles and challenges in life.

What rule did Thomas break?

The number one rule in the Glade - don't go in.

What is the number one rule in the Glade?

Never go out into the Maze unless you are a runner. Signup and view all the answers

What is the problem Newt faces regarding Thomas?

Newt does not know whether he should punish or promote Thomas for breaking the rules but saving two other Gladers' lives. Signup and view all the answers

What did Minho recommend the Keepers do with Thomas?

That Thomas should be put keeper of the runners. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the Changing?

You get some of your memories back. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Gathering decide to do with Thomas?

Put Thomas in the Slammer for one day and after he will train to be a runner. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Alby tries to tell Thomas about his memories?

Alby gets forced to choke himself and Newt and Thomas have to stop him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Thomas think the girl's name is?

Teresa Signup and view all the answers

Why does Thomas think he is going crazy?

Thomas hears Teresa's voice in his head and she says things like her memories are fading. Signup and view all the answers

What does Chuck say happened to Gally?

Someone saw Gally run into the Maze and no one has seen him since. Signup and view all the answers

What does Thomas promise Chuck?

That he will get Chuck to his parents again. Signup and view all the answers

How do Minho and Thomas outsmart the Grievers?

They stand next to each other by the cliff and move in opposite directions when Grievers approach, causing them to fall. Signup and view all the answers

What is a simile?

A comparison using like or as. Signup and view all the answers

What is a metaphor?

A comparison of two things. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a simile?

'Her hair was like the sun.' Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a metaphor?

'Her eyes were diamonds.' Signup and view all the answers

What is personification?

Human characteristics given to something not human. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of personification?

'The shadow of the moon danced on the lake.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Alby warn Thomas and Newt to protect?

The Maps Signup and view all the answers

What does the Grief Serum help with?

A Griever's sting. Signup and view all the answers

What does Thomas see when he looks out from the Cliff?

Nothing but blackness. Signup and view all the answers

How many Grievers chase Minho and Thomas?

Four Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Alby when he was in the Maze with Minho before Thomas came?

He was stung. Signup and view all the answers

When the Grievers approached, what was Minho's suggestion to Thomas?

Split up so they can survive. Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting of the story?

The Glade Signup and view all the answers

Who is the protagonist?

Thomas Signup and view all the answers

Gally is an?

Antagonist Signup and view all the answers

Shuck is?

A slang term. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Plot Points

Thomas outsmarts the Griever by using vines for distraction and kicking it away from Alby.
The walls in the Maze symbolize the challenges and obstacles faced in life by the Gladers.
Breaking the number one rule of the Glade, Thomas bravely enters the Maze, risking punishment for saving others.

Character Dynamics

Newt grapples with the dilemma of whether to punish or promote Thomas after his reckless but heroic actions.
Minho advocates for Thomas to become a Keeper of the Runners, recognizing his skills.

Memory and Identity

The Changing reveals memories as a significant aspect of the characters' identities, with Alby struggling to convey this to Thomas before being choked.
Thomas suspects he’s losing his mind after hearing Teresa’s voice, indicating a connection to their shared past.

Conflict and Resistance

Alby warns Thomas and Newt about the importance of protecting the Maps, revealing the value of knowledge in their survival.
The Grief Serum is essential for countering the harm caused by the Griever’s sting, showcasing the dangers of their environment.

Themes and Symbols

Similes and metaphors are explored as literary devices, enhancing descriptions such as "her hair was like the sun" and "her eyes were diamonds."
Personification is demonstrated in "the shadow of the moon danced on the lake," illustrating creative expression in the narrative.

Setting and Character Roles

The story predominantly unfolds in The Glade, a structured environment where the Gladers navigate their existence.
Thomas is established as the protagonist, facing challenges head-on, while Gally is positioned as the antagonist, creating tension within the group.

Survival Tactics

Minho and Thomas devise a strategy to outsmart the Grievers by splitting up, emphasizing quick thinking in life-or-death situations.
The urgency of the scenario intensifies with four Grievers pursuing them, highlighting the ever-present danger within the Maze.

Relationships and Promises

Thomas reassures Chuck, vowing to reunite him with his parents, establishing a bond and a sense of hope amid adversity.
Chuck's observations about Gally's disappearance in the Maze serve to reinforce the stakes and risks associated with their environment.

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