The Giver 1-16

When does I[The Giver] begin?

• Nearly December

• In the new year

• In midsummer

• In midsummer

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does Jonas really feel at the beginning of the novel?

• Fearful

• Annoyed

• Apprehensive

• Confident

How does one obtain a child for one's family unit?

• By assignment

• Through natural means

• Through an appeal to the Elders

• By approval of one's application

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which passage expresses Jonas' point of view when the apple changes?

• "And again-in the air, for an instant only-it had changed."
• "Jonas had been completely mystified."
• "It was slightly bruised now because Asher had dropped it several times. But there was nothing at all unusual about the apple."

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which example best reflects an increase in tension when Jonas is selected at the Ceremony?

• "He is to be alone, apart while he is prepared by the current Receiver."
• "The training required of you involves pain, physical pain."
• "Jonas was identified as a possible Receiver many years ago."

"Jonas was shocked. A name designated Not-to-be-Spoken indicated the highest degree of disgrace. 
"What happened to her," he asked nervously. But his parents looked blank. "We don't know," his father said uncomfortably. "We never saw her again.
Which set of words best describes the author's tone in this passage?

• frustrated and urgent
• mysterious and troubled
• miserable and disappointed

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What character often acts out, or does not stay focused when doing his volunteer hours?

• Jonas 
• Lily 
• Asher 
• The Giver 

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What was Jonas's father's job? 

• Teacher
• Receiver 
• Baby Sitter 
• Nurturer 

Finally, Jonas receives the assignment as Receiver of Memory and is given a list of rules. Which of the following is NOT a rule for Jonas' new job?

• You are exempted from rules governing rudeness.
• You are allowed to discuss your training with others.
• You many not receive any medication for anything related to your training.
• You may not apply for release.

Of Jonas' rules as the Receiver of Memory, which one does he find to be the most peculiar?

• You may not tell your dreams.
• You may not apply for release.
• You may lie.
• You may not discuss your training.