The Giver: Novel Review

What is the main role of the Receiver of Memory in the community?

• To enforce the rules

• To advise the community using past memories

• To lead ceremonies

• To make decisions about occupations

What is the significance of December in the community?

• It's the month when new children are born

• It's the month when children receive their assignments

• It's the month when families are formed

• It's the month when celebrations are held

How are families formed in the community?

• Families are formed based on emotions

• Families are assigned by the community

• Families are chosen by the individuals

• Families are formed by random selection

What is Jonas's first memory received from The Giver?

• A ride on a sled

• A birthday party

• A rainbow

• A sunny day

Why does Jonas start to see colors?

• He's taking special medicine

• He's beginning to receive memories

• He's experiencing side effects of the Ceremony

• He's wearing special glasses

What is the purpose of the Ceremony of Twelve?

• To celebrate new births

• To assign new jobs to adults

• To assign future careers to children

• To commemorate the community's founding

How does the community control the population?

• Through strict laws

• Through a selection process

• Through medication

• Through a release process

What emotion does Jonas feel when he learns about "release"?

• Happiness

• Confusion

• Anger

• Relief

What is the significance of the apple in the novel?

• It represents forbidden knowledge

• It represents the community's abundance

• It represents Jonas's first glimpse of color

• It represents a family tradition

How does Jonas feel about his assignment as the Receiver of Memory?

• Proud and excited

• Nervous and uncertain

• Indifferent

• Angry and disappointed