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The Maze Runner Chapter 54

By James Dashner

Chapter 54

Frypan prepares one final meal, and everyone eats it solemnly.
Chuck wonders who he's supposed to be named after. Thomas guesses Chuck is short for Charles Darwin.
Chuck says what everyone is thinking—that he's glad they are finally fighting back, and if only one boy has to die then hopefully it won't be him.
Thomas is worried that the Creators will anticipate their attack and reprogram the Grievers to kill as many people as they can, but he keeps his fears to himself.
Thomas reminds Chuck about his promise to get him home.
Forty-one boys head for the West Door, equipped with makeshift weapons and a few supplies.
Newt makes a paltry speech about the plan, and when Minho asks for a better pep talk, the best he can come up with is "Be careful, […] don't die" (54.26).
Newt tries again, and gives an inspired battle cry until all the boys are amped up on bravado.
And then they all run into the Glade brandishing their weapons, and head toward the Cliff.

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