Vocabulary
What does the word Sameness mean?
" Thank you for your childhood"
The Cheif Elder
I'm the main character chosen to be the receiver of memory. Who am I
Jonas
Where does Jonas live in the beginning of the story?
The Community
What rule requires everyone in the community to share their dreams?
The rule of telling dreams each morning.
What does the word Chastisment mean?
Punishment or scolding for doing something wrong.
'' Memories are forever''
The Giver
I am the leader of the community speaking at ceremonies.
Cheif elder
At what age do children in the community get there assignments
Ceremony of 12
What must citizens take every day to prevent strong emotions?
the pill
What does the word Assignment mean?
The job chosen for a person during the ceremony of Twelve
" I like math "
Lily
I am assigned to take care of the elder.
The Care taker
When does Jonas first realize that his community lacks color?
when he see's the Apple and later Fiona's Hair
What happens if someone breaks a rule in the community?
They are punished or corrected (often by public shame or discipline)
What does the word Transgression mean?
A serious breaking of the community's rules.
Jonas
I am the first child to go through the Ceremony of 12 before Jonas and got my assignment as a caretaker
Fiona
Where does Jonas go when he receives memories from the Giver?
The Giver's Dwelling
Why are family units created by the elders instead of by choice.
To maintain control and eliminate emotional attachment
What does the word Meticulously?
Done with extreme care and attention to detail.
"I have the memories of the whole world"
The Giver
I am the only person who applied for release
Rose mary
When does Jonas decide to leave the community, and what causes this decision.
After he watches the video of his father releasing the newborn twin.
How do the community's rules help maintain sameness?
They control emotions, choice, memories, and individuall,y so everyone stays the same