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What is Sameness and why did Jonas's society choose it as a way of life?
Sameness is where everyone and everything is the same. They choose it because it creates order and calm.
What is the name of Jonas' sister and what job does she initially want to have?
Lily wants to be a birthmother.
Why can't everyone hold the memories in Jonas's society?
Most have dark eyes and can't see in color. Plus, they do not want the pain.
Which of these is something Jonas has seen or experienced before he meets the Giver? a) snow B) hills c) color d) war
c) color
Which of the following is NOT shown in The Community? a) people who kill other people b) people who skip pills c) people who play war games d) people who break the rules and receive punishment
a) people who kill other people
Who is Rosemary and why is she important?
She is the previous Receiver who failed. She teaches Jonas that memories can go back to the community.
Why does Jonas stop taking the pills?
He wants to experience genuine emotions and human connections.
What does the Giver believe memories provide?
Wisdom
What is Jonas' friend Asher assignment?
Assistant Director of Recreation Department
Why are memories important?
1) They help society make wise decisions
2) They preserve important human experiences
3) They teach lessons from the past
How does Jonas help Gabriel sleep?
By transmitting peaceful, calming memories to him.
What is the first lie Jonas tells his parents?
That he understood when they said that love is "imprecise" and "obsolete."
What is first memory of pain Jonas receives from the Giver?
A sunburn
What does Jonas begin to realize about Sameness?
He realizes that Sameness gave them safety, but took away freedom and choice.
What theme is Lowry developing in Chapters 10-18?
She is developing the theme of the importance of choice and that safety is not worth sacrificing your freedom for.