"The Dead and the Gone" Quiz
After an asteroid hits the moon, causing natural disasters and chaos in New York City, a teenage boy must take care of his siblings and survive in the aftermath.
young adult | 336 pages | Published in 2008
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Essay questions
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- How does the protagonist, Alex Morales, change and grow throughout the novel?
- Discuss the role of family in 'The Dead and the Gone' and how it impacts the characters' decisions and actions.
- In what ways does the setting of New York City during a catastrophic event contribute to the overall atmosphere and tension of the story?
- Examine the theme of survival and its different manifestations in the novel, including physical, emotional, and mental survival.
- How does the author use religious references and beliefs to explore the characters' coping mechanisms and motivations?
- Discuss the moral dilemmas and ethical choices faced by the characters in the novel, and how these decisions shape the plot.
- Analyze the role of hope and resilience in the face of adversity, and how it affects the characters' actions and perspectives.
- Explore the symbolism of the moon and its significance throughout the story, particularly in relation to the characters' hopes and fears.
