The Giver Questions and with 100% Correct Answers

Why is Jonas frightened by the plane flying overhead? (ch. 1) - It is against the rules for pilots to fly over the communtiy. Why are the children scolded for telling friends during the play that they have been released? (ch. 1) - It is a grave insult, as being released is a terrible punishment. Describe Jonas' family's evening ritual. (ch. 1) - Each family member describes a feeling and explains why he/she had that feeling. List all the reasons that a community member can be released. (ch. 1) - Newchildren are released for not developing properly; elderly people are released in a celebration of their lives; and repeat offenders are released after the third transgression. What is the rule about family units? (ch. 1) - Each family unit must have two children: one male and one female. What words are used in this chapter to describe ordinary things? How is this different from the ways we describe them? (ch. 1) - Answers may include dwelling (house), tunic (shirt), play area (play groud), newchild (infant), nurturer (teacher/babysitter), nightclothes (pajamas). When do newchildren turn one? (ch. 2) - Every December. What rule does Jonas' father break? How does Jonas feel about this? (ch. 2) - Jonas' father peeked at the Naming list. Jonas was surprised that his father would break a rule. How do family units get a second newchild? (ch. 2) - A newchild is given to the family at the ceremony. What happens to the Nines at a Ceremony? (ch. 20 - Nines receive a bicycle for the first time