The Giver: Chapters 3-4

Select True or False:

It's rude to call attention to things that are unsettling or different about individuals.

• True

• False

What is the ritual they have as a family every evening?

• Telling of feelings

• Praying before dinner.

• Watching the news

• Playing board games.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

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CCSS.RL.8.1

What can you infer about Jonas's feelings towards the Ceremony of Twelve based on his thoughts and actions in Chapter 3?

• Jonas feels apprehensive and nervous about the Ceremony of Twelve.

• Jonas feels confident and enthusiastic about the Ceremony of Twelve.

• Jonas feels indifferent and uninterested about the Ceremony of Twelve.

• Jonas feels excited and eager about the Ceremony of Twelve.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

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CCSS.RL.8.6

Describe the relationship between Jonas and his family. How does this relationship contribute to the plot development?

• Jonas and his family have a strained relationship but it has no impact on the plot

• Jonas and his family have a perfect relationship with no conflicts or issues

• The relationship between Jonas and his family starts as loving and supportive but later reveals underlying issues and secrets that contribute to the plot development.

• The relationship between Jonas and his family is distant and unimportant to the plot

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Provide textual evidence to support the idea that the community in The Giver values conformity and sameness.

• The community in The Giver values conformity and sameness through chaos and disorder.

• The community in The Giver values conformity and sameness through diversity and freedom of expression.

• The community in The Giver values conformity and sameness through strict rules, lack of individuality, and emphasis on precision and order.

• The community in The Giver values conformity and sameness through encouragement of individuality and uniqueness.

How does the character of The Giver contribute to the plot development in Chapters 3-4?

• The Giver has no impact on the plot development in Chapters 3-4

• The Giver only provides irrelevant information to Jonas

• The Giver is a minor character with no influence on the story

• The Giver provides Jonas with memories and knowledge that challenge the society's rules and norms, leading to Jonas's realization of the truth about the community.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What can you infer about the rules and regulations in the community based on the events in Chapter 4?

• The rules and regulations in the community are only applicable to certain individuals

• The rules and regulations in the community are constantly changing

• The community has no rules and regulations

• The community has strict rules and regulations in place.

Describe the significance of the apple incident in Chapter 4. How does it impact the plot?

• The apple incident in Chapter 4 represents the character's love for fruit and has no impact on the plot.

• The apple incident in Chapter 4 is a metaphor for the character's dislike of apples and has no relevance to the plot.

• The apple incident in Chapter 4 symbolizes the loss of innocence and leads to a series of events that force the character to confront harsh realities.

• The apple incident in Chapter 4 is just a random event with no significance to the plot.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What does Jonas's selection as the Receiver of Memory reveal about his character? Provide textual evidence to support your answer.

• Jonas's selection as the Receiver of Memory reveals that he is seen as intelligent, brave, and capable of handling the truth about the past.

• Jonas's selection as the Receiver of Memory reveals that he is lazy, cowardly, and unable to handle the truth about the past.

• Jonas's selection as the Receiver of Memory reveals that he is forgetful, uninterested, and incapable of handling the truth about the past.

• Jonas's selection as the Receiver of Memory reveals that he is dishonest, weak, and unwilling to handle the truth about the past.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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Explain the significance of the dream-telling ritual in the community. How does it contribute to the understanding of the characters?

• The dream-telling ritual is a plot device with no real significance to the understanding of the characters.

• The dream-telling ritual is just a meaningless tradition with no impact on the characters' development.

• The dream-telling ritual is a way for the characters to show off their creativity and storytelling skills.

• The dream-telling ritual in the community allows the characters to share their inner thoughts, fears, and desires, providing insight into their motivations and struggles.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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