Vocabulary Terms
rude in speech or behavior
petulant
chortle / sulk
antonym
What similarity do Jonas and Gabe share?
They have the same pale eye color.
What is Jonas's sister's name?
Lily
enough to meet the needs
sufficient
prim / formal
What did Jonas do in order for the Recreation Area to make a formal announcement over the loudspeaker?
He stole an apple from the Recreation Area because it had "changed" in some way. Stealing is against the rules.
What is the name of the newchild that Father brought home from the Nurturing Center?
Gabriel (Gabe)
not changing; remaining the same
invariable
tabulate / record
synonym
"Then it was in his hand, and he looked at it carefully, but it was the same apple. The same nondescript shade, about the same shade as his own tunic" (p. 30). What does this quote tell us about Jonas's world?
Jonas's world does not have/see color.
What is Mother's assignment?
Department of Justice
to move towards something
gravitate
sufficient / inadequate
antonym
Name one thing that happens at a Ceremony of Release.
Goodbye speech; toast/cheering; speeches and good wishes by community members; telling of life; chanting of anthem
What is Lily's comfort object?
Elephant
to move or act quickly
hasten
hasten / advance
synonym
True or false: Children are allowed to attend Ceremonies of Release.
False
Who is the author of The Giver?
Lois Lowry