The Giver Chapters 3-4 (Lesson 2)

Front

What do Jonas and Gabe have in common that Lily teases Jonas about?

Back

They both have light colored eyes.

Front

What happens to the elderly in Jonas's community?

Back

They are released.

Front

What is the fate of Birthmothers after giving birth three times?

Back

They are Laborers for the rest of their adult lives until they enter the House of the Old.

Front

Why do Jonas and Larissa laugh about suggesting something to the committee?

Back

Because the committee doesn't usually change rules when people suggest it.

Front

What unusual thing does Jonas notice about the apple while playing catch?

Back

As Jonas is looking at the apple it keeps 'changing.'

Front

What is the significance of light colored eyes in Jonas's community?

Back

It is a rare trait that Jonas and Gabe share, indicating uniqueness.

Front

What does 'release' mean in the context of Jonas's community?

Back

It refers to the process of removing individuals from the community, often when they are old or have broken rules.

Front

How are Birthmothers viewed in Jonas's community?

Back

They are valued for their ability to give birth but are assigned to labor after their childbearing years.

Front

What does the term 'House of the Old' refer to?

Back

It is a place where the elderly live out their final years in Jonas's community.

Front

What does Jonas's reaction to the apple suggest about his character?

Back

It indicates that he is beginning to see the world differently and is aware of changes that others may not notice.