Questions on 'Bloodchild' by Octavia E. Butler

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Test your knowledge about Octavia E. Butler's thought-provoking story 'Bloodchild'. This quiz delves into the complex relationships and themes of the narrative, allowing you to reflect on the characters and their motivations.

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Who are the Tlic?

The Aliens who control the government

The people who created the Tesla

People who need breath mints

Come on, friend...You know I don't know...

In the third paragraph from the bottom on page 2, Gan tells us there are two different factions (or groups) of Tlic: T'Gatoi's faction and the other faction. In your own words and complete sentences, tell me what T'Gatoi's faction believes about the Terrans? What does the OTHER faction believe about the Terrans?

Look back to what you read on page 10 of the story. Why does Gan say he throws up when he's talking to Qui? Do you believe him or do you think he threw up for another reason?

What does Qui tell Gan he saw when he was little?

The Boogeyman

An N'Tlic (man carrying the alien babies) eaten alive by the alien grub and then killed the Tlic he was carrying the babies for.

Earth, how it used to be

3 little birds on his window sill

In your own words and in complete sentences, tell me what makes Gan change his mind about wanting to be an N'Tlic and carry T'Gatoi's babies? Why does he decide to do it anyway?

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