Characters
How does Jonas’s mother contribute to the community's rules and structure?
She works at the Department of Justice and upholds the community’s laws.
What is Jonas's role at the beginning?
He is an Eleven-year-old about to receive his Assignment
Who said, “The worst part of holding the memories is not the pain. It’s the loneliness of it. Memories need to be shared.”?
The Giver
What does the word “Release” mean in the context of The Giver?
In The Giver, “Release” refers to the elimination of individuals.
What is the role of the Chief Elder in the Ceremony of Twelves?
The Chief Elder oversees the Ceremony and assigns each Twelve their role.
What unique trait does Fiona have that catches the attention of Jonas during their training?
Fiona has red hair, which Jonas sees as a color (something the community cannot see).
What is Jonas's Assignment?
He is chosen as the Receiver of Memory.
Who said, “We gained control of many things. But we had to let go of others.”?
The Giver
What is the significance of the word “Sameness” in the society depicted in The Giver?
"Sameness" refers to the community's goal of eliminating differences to maintain control.
Why does Jonas initially struggle with his new training as the Receiver?
He finds the memories and emotions overwhelming and difficult to understand.
What is Asher's Assignment in the community?
Asher is assigned to be the Assistant Director of Recreation.
Why is Jonas nervous about his Assignment?
It's a rare and important role he didn’t expect.
Who said, “The community, for the most part, was not a place where people made choices.”?
Jonas
What does the term "The Receiver" mean in The Giver?
"The Receiver" is the person chosen to hold the memories of the past, including the pain, joy, and knowledge that the community has suppressed.
What is the significance of the character Larissa in the novel?
Larissa is an elderly woman at the House of the Old, and she represents the community’s treatment of aging members.
Why does The Giver choose to share painful memories with Jonas?
To prepare Jonas for the emotional and moral challenges of being the Receiver of Memory.
How does Jonas’s view of the community change?
He learns about emotions and freedom, questioning the rules
Who said, “You may lie.”?
The Cheif Elder
What is the meaning of "Elsewhere" in the novel?
"Elsewhere" refers to the outside world beyond the controlled boundaries of the community.
What does Jonas learn about "release" during his training?
He learns that release is actually euthanasia, and it is used to eliminate people from the community.
What is the significance of the character of Rosemary in The Giver?
Rosemary was the previous Receiver who failed and chose to be released, leading to changes in the way Jonas’s training progresses.
Why does Jonas leave the community?
He seeks freedom and a life of choice outside the controlled society.
Who said, “I have such a strong feeling about this. I feel as though I am part of it now.”
Fiona
What does the word “Nurturer” mean in the context of The Giver?
In The Giver, a "Nurturer" is someone responsible for caring for and raising newborn infants until they are assigned to a family unit.
How does the relationship between Jonas and The Giver evolve over the course of the story?
They develop a deep, emotional bond, with The Giver becoming a mentor and father figure to Jonas.