The Giver Chapter 1-10 Test

Front

What word best describes Jonas's feelings about the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

Apprehensive

Front

Who was released at the beginning of the book?

Back

Pilot

Front

What did Jonas experience in his dream?

Back

Stirrings, attraction towards the other gender.

Front

Who is Gabriel in the story?

Back

Gabriel is the newchild that Jonas's Father brings home from the Nurturing Center.

Front

Why does the Chief Elder skip Jonas's number during the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

Because he has been selected for the most honorable Assignment.

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

Back

Release refers to the removal of individuals from the community, often implying death.

Front

How does Jonas feel about the concept of 'release'?

Back

Jonas feels uneasy and confused about the concept of release.

Front

What are 'Stirrings' in the community?

Back

Stirrings refer to the feelings of attraction and desire that begin to emerge during adolescence.

Front

What role does Jonas's father have in the community?

Back

Jonas's father is a Nurturer, responsible for caring for the newchildren.