The Giver - Ch. 2

Front

What is the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

The Ceremony of Twelve is a significant event in the community where children turn twelve years old and are assigned their lifelong professions.

Front

Can children choose their professions before the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

No, children cannot choose their professions before the Ceremony of Twelve; their assignments are determined by the community.

Front

How are newchildren named in the community?

Back

Newchildren are not named by their parents; instead, they are given names by the community.

Front

What is a comfort object in the context of newchildren?

Back

A comfort object is a stuffed toy given to newchildren at birth to provide them with comfort and companionship.

Front

Do families receive their newchildren in a private or public ceremony?

Back

Families receive their newchildren at a public ceremony.

Front

What happens to people's sense of age after the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

People in the community tend to lose track of their age after the Ceremony of Twelve.

Front

What is the significance of the number twelve in the community?

Back

The number twelve signifies the transition from childhood to adulthood and the beginning of a person's assigned role in society.

Front

What role do parents play in the naming of newchildren?

Back

Parents do not play a role in naming newchildren; the community assigns names.

Front

What is the purpose of the comfort object for newchildren?

Back

The comfort object serves to provide emotional support and a sense of security to newchildren.

Front

How does the community view age and maturity?

Back

The community has a structured view of age and maturity, where age is less significant after the Ceremony of Twelve.