The Chrysalids Questions on Chapter 8
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What is David's age at the end of The Chrysalids?
David is approximately 16 years old at the end of The Chrysalids. The story begins when he is around ten, and significant events occur over the following six years, leading to his age at the...
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Why does David believe his prayer should never be said in any community in Chapter 8 of The Chrysalids?
David believes his prayer should never be said because it reflects his fear of being different in a society that demands conformity. After his Aunt Harriet's suicide, he prays to lose his telepathic...
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Are there quotes from David in The Chrysalids about his self-awareness of being a deviant?
David becomes aware of his deviance in Chapter 8, following the death of his Aunt Harriet. He prays fervently to be like everyone else, indicating his self-awareness and fear of being different....
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What does it mean that the dead boy in chapter 8 of The Chrysalids may be distantly related?
The dead boy in Chapter 8 of The Chrysalids is suspected to be distantly related to Davie because they share the last name Brent, suggesting a possible familial connection. This revelation highlights...
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In The Chrysalids, how does Uncle Axel build David's self-esteem?
Uncle Axel builds David's self-esteem by reassuring him that his telepathic ability does not make him accursed. After witnessing his parents' harsh treatment of Aunt Harriet, who had a deviant baby,...