Characters
obedient, careful with words, begins seeing things differently
Jonas
What does Jonas remember flying over the community in Chapter 1?
a jet
When do citizens receive bikes?
age 9
What is unusual about Jonas' eyes?
They are pale
To violate or go against
infringed
punishment or severe criticism for doing something wrong.
chastisement
indulgently
clumsy, forgetful, often late
Asher
What is happening in December? Who participates in it?
The Ceremonies; everyone from 0-12
How do marriages happen? Babies?
Spouses are matched; couples apply for children and are matched with one
What does Jonas notice about the apple while throwing it with Asher?
Something about its color changes
To do something with extreme care
meticulously
To be so extremely agitated and upset that you cannot think clearly
distraught
pushed, nudged, or urged to action
prodded
obedient, impatient, likes rules
Lily
Describe the dream Jonas has? Why is it important?
He dreams of trying to bathe Fiona in the House of the Old, but she rejects him; shows that he is growing up, but also shows the Community's thoughts on emotions and desires.
What is the treatment for Stirrings? How long does it last?
Pills; Until you enter the House of the Old
Why was the baby, Gabriel, not released even though he is not growing or sleeping well enough?
Jonas' father requested an extra year for him
A person’s nature of character
disposition
Creating feelings of anxiety or worry.
disquieting
Arranged in rows or columns
tabulated
Jonas' crush
Fiona
What happens during the Ceremony? How does it make Jonas feel? Why did it happen?
He is skipped during assignments; he feels like he did something wrong; he was given the special assignment of The Receiver.
What must happen every breakfast? What must happen every dinner?
Dream telling; feelings sharing
What is Jonas able to do that others cannot?
see color
Gentle, kind, or harmless
benign
A monotonous, repetitive sound
droning
Having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner.
jaunty
announces assignments
Chief Elder
What assignment is Asher given?
Assistant Director of Recreation
What is the punishment for repeat rule-breakers?
release from the community
What 4 qualities does Jonas have that caused him to be selected as the new Receiver?
integrity, the capacity to see beyond, intelligence, and courage
To handle or control something
wielded
a gradual steady increase
crescendo
a crime or offense
transgression