True and False
Jonas' assignment at the ceremony of twelve is the role as "The Giver."
False; he is the receiver
Accuracy
The Ceremony of Twelve is significant because individuals in the community receive their assigned ________
roles
Why does Jonas begin to dislike "sameness"? How is his opinion different from the Giver's?
Jonas dislikes "sameness" because he learns about the beauty of things like colors, emotions, and individuality through the memories. The Giver understands its necessary for the community for control.
What does the memory of war teach Jonas about pain and life? Why is it important?
The memory of war shows Jonas how terrible pain and violence can be. It’s important because it makes Jonas understand the cost of living without emotions and memories.
The giver shares memories with Jonas by kicking him in the behind.
False. he touches him and whispers words.
What is another meaning for the word "Fleeting."
Passing Quickly
Jonas’s training involves receiving ________ from the current Receiver
memories
Why is Jonas upset when his parents say they don’t feel love? What does this tell us about his feelings?
Jonas is upset because he realizes his parents cannot understand the real emotion of love. This shows that Jonas values emotions and wants others to feel them too.
How does the memory of love help Jonas decide to leave the community?
The memory of love makes Jonas realize what is missing in the community. It inspires him to bring back emotions and freedom by escaping.
Once the "receiver," Jonas is not allowed to take pills when he has the "stirrings."
True; it is a rule given to him as the receiver.
What is another meaning for the word "Nurturer."
The concept of "sameness" promotes ________ in the community, eliminating differences.
unity
How do Jonas and the Giver deal with painful memories differently? What does this show about their personalities?
Jonas struggles with the pain and feels isolated, while the Giver has learned to live with it over time. This shows that Jonas is still growing emotionally, while the Giver has grown used to his burden.
Why is Jonas’ escape from the community important? What does it mean for him?
Jonas’ escape is important because it gives him freedom and a chance to return memories to the community. It shows his bravery and hope for a better world.
Jonas learns the concept of "color," through the trainings he receives from the Giver.
True
What is another meaning for the word, "Anguish."
Suffering
When Jonas asked, “Do you love me?”, his mother told him he used a ________ word which was meaningless.
generalized
How does Jonas feel about his father after he sees the release of the twin? How does this change Jonas?
Jonas feels shocked and betrayed when he realizes his father kills the twin during "release." This makes Jonas lose trust in his family and decide to leave the community.
What does the idea of "release" show about the community? How does it affect Jonas?
"Release" shows that the community hides the truth about death and lacks true emotions. It shocks Jonas and makes him realize the community is wrong.
The Giver, Jonas, and Gabriel escape the community together to go to the "elsewhere."
False.
What is another meaning for the word, "Obsolete."
Out of date
Jonas develops a deep bond with ________, a baby who is struggling to thrive.
Gabriel
What is the Givers favorite memory that he transmits to Jonas?
The memory of Family and Love
What does the symbol of the "Sled" represent when Jonas is riding down the hill?
It is a symbol of freedom.