The Giver 1-5

Based on what we learn of Asher in Chapter 1, how would you describe him?

• serious and hardworking

• fun-loving and irresponsible

• anxious and nervous

• dishonest and mean

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Why is Jonas so apprehensive about the Ceremony of Twelve?

• He is afraid of being up on stage in front of the entire community.

• He doesn't have any clue what the Elders might pick as his Job Assignment and he is concerned he will be disappointed with whatever is assigned to him.

• He is afraid to leave his parents and begin his training.

• He is concerned his parents will be disappointed in him.

After reading Chapter 2 and learning more about Jonas' mom and dad, how can we contrast their personalities?

• Jonas' mom is very disciplined and serious while Jonas' dad is more playful and fun.

• Jonas' dad is very strict and serious while his mom is more fun-loving.

• Both parents are extremely strict and cold.

• Jonas' mom is very angry and mean while Jonas' dad is always happy and joyful.

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Based on Jonas' reaction to learning his dad broke a rule in Chapter 2, what can we infer about how the community approaches rules?

• People frequently break the rules and are punished publicly for it.

• People often break the rules but usually no one punishes them

• It is very rare that someone breaks the rules.

• Rules are not taken very seriously.

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On pg. 26 the text states that it "was considered rude to call attention to things that were unsettling or different about individuals." Based on this, what can we infer about the community?

• They encourage everyone to act, speak, and look the same.

• They want people to be individuals and do what they want.

• They do not want the citizens to speak to each other unless supervised by Elders.

• They are confused by rules.

In Chapter 3, Jonas is uncomfortable when Lily mentions that Gabriel and Jonas have similar eyes. What does this reveal about Jonas?

• He is upset that Gabriel is getting so much attention and wishes he wasn't in their home.

• He thinks Lily is annoying and doesn't want to listen to her.

• He feels uncomfortable because his eyes are different than everyone elses and he is self-conscious about looking differently than everyone else.

• He was afraid that his dad would like Gabriel better than him if Lily spoke negatively about his eyes.

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In Chapter 3 it is revealed that there are rarely mirrors in the community. Based on this, what inference can you make about the community?

• They do not value physical appearance or beauty.

• They hate looking at themselves.

• They think mirrors are dangerous because they can shatter and injure someone.

• They think mirrors cost too much money to keep in a home.

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In Chapter 4, we see Jonas relaxed for one of the first times while he is in the House of the Old. What can we infer about Jonas' response to the elderly?

• The elderly make him uncomfortable because he had a bad experience with Roberto.

• He doesn't like going to the House of the Old because he doesn't want the elders to assign him to a job there.

• The elderly do not abide by the rules as much so there isn't so much pressure to be perfect.

• He is hoping by spending a lot of time there, he will get to spend more time with Fiona.

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Which of the following is NOT cause for release?

• A person has made a severe mistake

• A newchild has not grown or slept through the night as they should

• An elderly person can no longer contribute to society.

• A child was caught riding a bicycle before the age of Nine

How does this part of the novel reflect "The Ordinary World" in The Hero's Journey?

• It shows Jonas training for his Supreme Ordeal

• It shows Jonas feeling out of place and different in his uneventful world

• It shows Jonas being called to begin his adventure as a hero

• It shows Jonas going through tasks and trials through out his journey.

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