The Giver- Chapters 9-16 Quiz

Which of the following rules from his training instructions was the most troubling for Jonas?

• The instruction that stated he was to report directly to his family unit's dwelling after his training was finished each day.

• The instruction that stated he could not apply to be Released.

• The instruction that stated he could ask any question he wanted of any community member.

• The instruction that stated he was allowed to lie.

What aspect of the Community aligns with the dystopian characteristic "information and independent thought are restricted"?

• Jonas is amazed by the books in the Annex because the only books he had ever seen were a dictionary and the Book of Rules.

• Jonas is amazed to see how old the Receiver looks, despite the fact that he says is not that old.

• Jonas is amazed to see that the door in the Annex locks.

• Jonas is amazed to see that the Receiver of Memory has an attendant working for him.

What explanation does the Receiver of Memory give for his appearance?

• He says he has been the Receiver for a very long time.

• He says he received his Assignment much later in life than everyone else.

• He says being the Receiver of Memory has aged him.

• He says the Receiver of Memory takes medication that alters his looks.

Now that he is receiving memories, and with them, knowledge, which of the following best describes Jonas' ability to see beyond?

• Jonas has the ability to overcome pain.

• Jonas has the ability to see colors.

• Jonas has the ability to train animals.

• Jonas has the ability to create art.

Which of the following examples best represents Jonas understanding of the need for Sameness after he discusses his frustration of the lack of color with The Giver?

• Jonas realizes that colors are too complicated for others to enjoy.

• Jonas considers that people could make the wrong choices with important things such as jobs or spouses.

• Jonas understands that Gabriel is too young to make decisions for himself.

• Jonas recognizes the dangers present if the community members had to ride their bicycles down hills.

Which of the following best explains why Jonas tries to transmit memories to his family and friends?

• He's trying to determine if the Giver is telling him the truth about the past.

• He's trying to give his Assignment to someone else, because he no longer wants it.

• He wants someone else to know and understand the things he is learning so he can talk about them.

• He wants to see if the Committee of Elders are still monitoring him.

Why does The Giver caution Jonas about applying for a spouse someday?

• All of his knowledge, including the books and the memories, must be kept hidden from a spouse.

• It is difficult to find a spouse that is equal in importance to the Receiver of Memory.

• Most community members would refuse to accept the Receiver of Memory as a spouse.

• The Receiver of Memory is not permitted to apply for a spouse.

According to The Giver, why is a Receiver of Memory so important to the Community?

• The Receiver advises the Committee of Elders and often makes changes to the rules.

• The Receiver of Memory stores all knowledge and pain so the rest of the Community can live without the burden.

• The Receiver of Memory helps the Committee of Elders understand the pain that could occur if they make the wrong decisions.

• The Receiver of Memory is the smartest member of the Community.

Which of the following is the best example of how pain leads to wisdom?

• When Jonas breaks his leg on the sled, the pain lingers long after the memory.

• Knowing the pain of hunger allowed the Giver to advise the committee about population control.

• When Jonas received the memory of sunburn, he said he finally understood what pain was.

• When Jonas received the memory of the elephant killed for its tusks, he understood loss.

Read the following quote from The Giver and select the answer that best explains what the Giver meant by making this statement. "They know nothing. Oh, your instructors are well trained. They know their scientific facts. Everyone is well trained for his job. It's just that without the memories it's all meaningless."

• The instructors are experts in their chosen fields because of their training.

• The instructors need more time to become experts in their fields of study.

• The instructors should be respected because of their knowledge.

• Learning or memorizing facts does not equal expertise. Without actual experience, there cannot be wisdom.