The Giver - Novel Review

What is the setting of the story?

• A utopian society from the 1800's

• Present day in Europe

• A futuristic, utopian society

• Far, far away in an Ogre's swamp

What is the genre of this novel?

• Science fiction

• Historical fiction

• Mystery

• Comedy

The elders periodically observe the children and place them in professions that suit their personalities. What does "periodically" mean?

• Quickly

• Completely

• Occasionally

• Sympathetically

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What is the overall theme of the novel?

• The importance of individuality and being able to achieve your goals and dreams in life.

• A boy risks his life to save his community and a young child.

• The importance of making good friends.

• Freedom.

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What is the first memory transmitted to Jonas?

• Snow

• Sunshine

• A day in school

• A day in a park

The Giver said that there is honor in his title, but little power. What did he mean by these words?

• People respect him, but he is not allowed to move away.

• People act like they respect him, but they really don't.

• People respect him, but he can't really make big changes in the community

• People don't respect him because he refuses to make any changes in the community.

What is the conflict of this novel?

• Jonas is unhappy with the community and wants to change it.

• Jonas is upset with his family situation and wants to move out.

• Jonas is concerned about Fiona and fears she is in danger.

• Jonas is concerned with Asher's attitude and wants to change it.

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Why is The Giver's job so important?

• Because if he didn't hold the memories, people would want to leave the community.

• Because if he didn't hold the memories, they would be very painful for the community.

• Because if he didn't make all of the decisions, people wouldn't know what to do.

• Because if he didn't create jobs for everyone, people would be without work.

Why does Jonas witnessing the release help push the climax forward?

• Because it explains the setting of the novel revealed in the exposition.

• Because the conflict is resolved when Jonas realizes he must leave the community.

• Because it summarizes the events of the rising action

• Because the resolution of the novel is completely changed in this event.

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Why do you suppose the author chose the father as the character to release a baby?

• For a large emotional impact

• Because Jonas and his father have a bad relationship.

• To create a quick ending to the novel

• Because Jonas knew what his father was doing all along