The Present Perfect
Have you ever eaten a food that you immediately regretted trying? Explain.
Yes, I have. (plus explanation)
see
seen
I'm going to transmit the memory of snow. What is the meaning of transmit?
to send to a recipient
It is an ordinary place, the place where Jonas is to check in for work
Like Jonas felt excited before the December Ceremony, I felt nervous before my own graduation. What is the text connection
Text to Self
Has she begun planning her vacation yet? (no)
No, she hasn't begun planning her vacation.
take
taken
At first it's exhilarating: the speed; the sharp, clear air. What does exhilarating mean?
making one feel very happy, animated
What is Jonas's exact title?
Receiver of Memory
In our society in California, it is not okay to say the "F." word. In the same way, The Giver has strict rules about language to ensure precision and politeness. Name the text connection.
Text to World
Have they chosen a name for their new baby? (yes, Gabriel)
Yes, they have. They've chosen Gabriel for their baby's name.
write
written
"Sir," Jonas said tentatively...What does tentatively mean?
refers to uncertainty; "hesitantly," like how you go about a delicate or dangerous situation.
What is the living room area like?
Standard, furnished
In the Hunger Games, a society sacrifices individuality for control. In the same way, Jonas's community chooses to go to "Sameness," eliminating color, weather, and strong emotions. Name the text connection.
Text to Text
Have you ever flown on an airplane.
Yes, I have.
No, I haven't.
go
gone
the fabrics on the upholstered chairs...What does upholstery mean?
the method of attaching padding, cushions, and other soft materials to furniture frames
Jonas has seen his Book of Rules, but what is the first thing he notices about the Receivers dwelling?
It is filled with books.
Text to Others
Has he spoken to his manager about the problem. (Yes, but he hasn't done anything)
Yes. He has spoken to his manager about the problem, but he hasn't done anything yet.
swell
swollen
But the most conspicuous difference was the books. what does conspicuous mean?
standing out so as to be clearly visible.
Why does the man say that he looks so old?
The job has aged him.
No one had ever stood automatically to acknowledge Jonas' presence before. I remember going to one interview and seeing eight people in a room. When the administrator got back to me to shake my hand for the job offer, I was elated. Name the text connection.
Text to Self