The Giver Ch 1-15

Front

Why is Jonas nervous about the ceremony of 12?

Back

Jonas is nervous because he does not know what job he will receive.

Front

What is Jonas's father's job?

Back

Jonas's father is a Nurturer.

Front

What does Jonas’s mother do for a living?

Back

Jonas's mother works for the Department of Justice.

Front

When is release considered a celebration in the community?

Back

Release is considered a celebration when it involves the old.

Front

How does a person receive a spouse in Jonas's community?

Back

Citizens apply and a Committee of Elders chooses one for you.

Front

What is the significance of the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

It is the ceremony where children are assigned their roles in the community.

Front

What role does Asher play in Jonas's life?

Back

Asher is Jonas's best friend.

Front

What is the community's view on emotions and feelings?

Back

The community suppresses emotions to maintain sameness and control.

Front

What does the term 'release' mean in the context of the community?

Back

Release can mean being sent away from the community, often as a punishment or for the elderly.

Front

What is the importance of the concept of 'Sameness' in the community?

Back

Sameness is the principle that eliminates differences to ensure uniformity and predictability.