The Giver, Chapter 2

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What does Jonas' father feel guilty about doing?

Back

Looking up the name of the new child he's worried about.

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Why do Jonas and his parents have a private conversation?

Back

To talk about The Ceremony of Twelve.

Front

Who selects job assignments for community members?

Back

The Committee of Elders.

Front

What did Jonas' father teach his sister to do, that he wasn't supposed to?

Back

Ride a bicycle.

Front

What will be taken away from Lily when she becomes an eight?

Back

Her comfort object.

Front

What is the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

A significant event where children are assigned their lifelong jobs.

Front

What is the role of the Committee of Elders?

Back

To make important decisions for the community, including job assignments.

Front

What is a comfort object in the context of the story?

Back

An item that provides emotional support to a child, often taken away at a certain age.

Front

What does it mean to 'look up' a name in the community?

Back

To find out more information about a new child, which is a significant act.

Front

What is the significance of the Naming Ceremony?

Back

It is the event where new children are given their names and welcomed into the community.