Uglies Quiz #1 (Ch. 1-8)

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Questions and Answers

Who is the protagonist (main character) of this story?

Tally Youngblood

What is the setting (time and place) of this novel?

New Pretty Town

Why does Tally sneak out of her room?

Tally is upset that she is still an ugly and her best friend Peris has been turned into a pretty.

Who is Peris?

Tally Youngblood's childhood best friend. Signup and view all the answers

Where is Tally going and why?

Tally is going to New Pretty Town to find Peris. Signup and view all the answers

What two towns are divided by a river?

New Pretty Town and Uglyville Signup and view all the answers

How does a pretty's 'magic' make uglies feel?

Uncomfortable, rejected, and jealous Signup and view all the answers

What kind of mask is Tally wearing at the end of this chapter?

A pig one Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of this mask?

It is for ironic purposes and how Tally sees herself. Signup and view all the answers

What is Garbo mansion and who lives there?

It is a fat, bright, and loud house where new pretties live. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the pretty falling from the tower not die?

They were caught by using a bungee jacket. Signup and view all the answers

How did Peris turn from an ugly into a pretty?

By plastic surgery. Signup and view all the answers

How has the surgery changed Peris's personality?

He started to act cocky. Signup and view all the answers

According to the novel, what are some of the features that make someone pretty?

Big eyes; full lips; smooth, clear skin; symmetrical features Signup and view all the answers

What kinds of things get changed when you become a pretty?

You get new skin and scars are removed. Signup and view all the answers

What is Tally's plan for escaping Garbo mansion?

To jump off it in a bungee jacket. Signup and view all the answers

What is a bungee jacket?

It is a jacket that is used to jump off buildings and land safely. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the sirens going off at the start of this chapter?

They were a false alarm. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Peris once have a scar that matched Tally's?

They had only used a penknife when they'd cut themselves and held hands. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Peris's scar?

It disappeared because the doctors used much sharper and bigger knives in the operation. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Shay and why is she in New Pretty Town?

She is an ugly and Tally's best friend. Signup and view all the answers

How did Shay get to New Pretty Town?

By sneaking in to it in a hoverboard through a bridge. Signup and view all the answers

How do the crash bracelets keep Tally from hurting herself when she falls?

They have metal inside, because they worked on magnets. Signup and view all the answers

What is Tally's nickname?

Squint Signup and view all the answers

What is Shay's nickname?

Skinny Signup and view all the answers

What do Tally and Shay have in common?

They got the same birthday which is in September 9. Signup and view all the answers

Why won't the pretties visit Uglyville?

Uglies are so ugly. Signup and view all the answers

What does Tally's interface ring allow her to do?

To tweak the eye shape parameters and other body image attributes. Signup and view all the answers

What are morphos?

Outlines of all the different ways you could look when you finally become pretty. Signup and view all the answers

Why is symmetry important for pretties?

Asymmetry is a sign of childhood stress. Signup and view all the answers

What is Shay's opinion about becoming pretty?

That it is completely unnecessary because she already considers herself pretty. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of becoming 'pretty'?

For everybody to become 'equal' and find better jobs. Signup and view all the answers

What are the 'Rusty Ruins'?

The remains of an old city, a hulking reminder of a past overpopulation. Signup and view all the answers

How many levels of pretty are there?

4; new pretty, middle pretty, late pretty, and dead pretty. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Shay think it would be boring to be a pretty?

It is what you are supposed to do and she finds doing what is supposed to do boring. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Shay think she and Tally won't be caught for sneaking out of the dorms?

She was sure that they weren't and will take the blame if they get caught. Signup and view all the answers

What is Tally's reaction to the rapids?

Of sheer terror, her teeth clenched and her arms spread wide for balance. Signup and view all the answers

How do hoverboards work?

On a magnetic levitation so there's got to be some kind of metal around. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Rusties?

They were us, the humans of the past. Signup and view all the answers

What are crash bracelets?

A safety device used in conjunction with hoverboards. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Shay find danger 'fun'?

It is exciting and boosts up your adrenaline. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Shay tell Tally about the gap in the roller coaster?

To make the experience more exciting and fun. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Main Characters

Tally Youngblood is the protagonist of the story.
Peris, Tally's childhood best friend, has recently become a pretty after undergoing surgery.
Shay is Tally's friend who is also an ugly and has a rebellious perspective on beauty.

Setting

The novel takes place in New Pretty Town, divided from Uglyville by a river.

Plot Points

Tally sneaks out to find Peris, feeling isolated after he transforms into a pretty.
Tally wears a pig mask at one point, symbolizing her feelings about her appearance and society's beauty standards.
Tally plans to escape Garbo Mansion using a bungee jacket, a safety device designed for jumping from heights.

Concepts of Beauty

Pretties possess features like big eyes, smooth skin, and symmetrical faces, enhanced through cosmetic surgery.
The transformation to pretty not only alters appearance but also changes personality, leading Peris to become more cocky.
Shay believes being pretty is unnecessary and finds the idea boring, questioning the societal norms dictating beauty.

Technology and Safety

Crash bracelets protect users from falls while on hoverboards, leveraging magnetic technology.
Morphos represent various potential appearances one could achieve after becoming pretty, reflecting society's ideals of beauty.

Society's Structure

The "Rusty Ruins" symbolize past human flaws, representing a time of chaos and excessive population.
The purpose of becoming pretty is to enforce equality and enhance job opportunities within their society.
Several levels of pretties exist, categorized from new pretty to dead pretty.

Friendship Dynamics

Tally and Shay share the same birthday, highlighting their bond.
Shay's thrill-seeking nature leads to her finding danger fun and exciting, contrasting with Tally's initial fear in perilous situations.

Societal Critique

The narrative examines the pressures and insecurities surrounding beauty, comfort, and identity.
Uglies are considered undesirable, which fuels the divide between them and the pretties, showcasing social discrimination.

Miscellaneous

Tally's reaction to the rapids conveys her initial fear, eventually adapting to her environment.
Shay sneaks into New Pretty Town using a hoverboard, demonstrating her rebellious spirit.

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Test your knowledge of the first eight chapters of 'Uglies'. This quiz covers key characters, settings, and plot points, focusing on Tally Youngblood's journey and her emotions. Perfect for fans of dystopian literature!