The Chrysalids:

Chapter Questions 1 - 5

Chapter 1:

1. The city the narrator dreams about contains images with which he is not familiar. Name at least three.

2. From where does the narrator's sister, Mary, say his dreams may come? What warning does she give her brother?

3. Describe the town’s views toward things that are considered “odd” or “unusual”.

4. Describe the setting of the region.  Explain your thoughts regarding the “bank” and the idea of boundaries.

5. In your own words, summarize the meeting that David had with the young girl. 

6. Quoting directly from the text, what is the image of God as decreed by Waknuk society?

7. “Questioning is the first step toward rebellion.” How does this statement apply to what we have seen within the first chapter of this novel?

Chapter 2:

1. What is unique about David’s house? Describe the history and the values of the Strorm family. 

2. Quote two of the axioms hanging in Joseph's house.

3. What is an Offence and how are these “problems” solved?

4. What are human deviations called?

5.  How does Joseph Strorm react to deviations?

6.  Describe the following terms:

• Wild Country
• the Fringes
• the Badlands

7. Give a description of Uncle Axel. Give at least three details.

Chapter 3:

1. Who were the Old People? What difference of opinion do Sophie and David have regarding these people?

2. Why does John Wender regard David with suspicion? Give your opinion as to whether or not this is fair.

Chapter 4:

1 . In your own words, summarize the conversation that Uncle Alex has with David.

2. What does David notice about one of the captured Fringe leaders?

3. Describe Joseph's reaction to this man.

4. Why are “Great Horses” brought to the neighbouring farm?

5. Where is Waknuk located?

6. What two books have survived Tribulation?

Chapter 5:

1 .Summarize the situation at the beginning of this chapter.

2. How is David treated by the Wender family?

3. What does Mr. Wender ask David to do?

4. What is David’s fate upon his return home?