The Giver: Final Test

Each statement represents a theme/lesson from the novel EXCEPT:

• We should never take our friendships with others for granted.
• When people have choices, they have to be prepared for the consequences of their choices.
• Memories should be valued because we gain wisdom from the past.
• It is important to be seen as an individual.

How does the dream-telling scene with Jonas and his family impact the novel's plot?

• Since his dream was about Fiona, his parents tell him about the Stirrings.
• Jonas realizes it's "always better, less rude" to talk about things that are the same.

Read the following quotation from the Chief Elder: "When he (Asher) began to talk again, it was with greater precision. And now his lapses are very few. His corrections and apologies are very prompt. And his good humor is unfailing." ​The author uses this passage mainly to :

• show the reader that Asher puts his best effort into his volunteer hours
• provide a summary of Asher's early accomplishments
• show the reader the use of the discipline wand helped to correct Asher's speaking problems

The Giver explains to Jonas that he will not be escaping to Elsewhere with him. Which TWO of the following quotations most clearly reveal the Giver's motivation to stay in the Community?

• "When the memories return, they'll need help."
• "I wouldn't make it. I'm very weakened now."
• "You needed me then. And now they will."

Which passage best reflects Jonas's determination to reach Elsewhere?

• "We're almost there, Gabriel," he whispered, feeling quite uncertain without knowing why.
• Jonas felt himself losing consciousness with his whole being willing himself to stay upright atop the sled, clutching Gabriel, keeping him safe.
• The top of the hill seemed so far away, and he did not know what lay beyond. But there was nothing left to do but continue.

Which text example best shows how a new setting towards the end of the book impacts Jonas?

• Soon there were many birds along the way, soaring overhead, calling.
• When the aircraft searchers came, as they did occasionally, during the night as they rode, Jonas sped to the nearest bush or tree.
• After a life of Sameness, he was awed by the surprises that lay beyond each curve of the road.

"​Now, thinking about the feeling of fear as he pedaled home along the river path, he remembered that moment of palpable, stomach-sinking terror when the aircraft had streaked above. It was not what he was feeling now with December approaching. He searched for the right word to describe his own feeling." ​The above passage illustrates which recurring topic of this novel?

• Memories
• Choices
• Language and Communication

Why does Jonas decide that “apprehensive” is a better word for his feeling than “frightened”?

• He thinks it expresses more precisely how he feels.
• He likes the words that begin with vowels.
• His mother once used the word "apprehensive", and he admires her.

Where did the Giver say he got his wisdom?

• From memories transmitted by the previous Receiver.
• From a surgical operation.
• From his extensive schooling.

Which of the following was NOT written on Jonas’ Assignment sheet?

• You are permitted to lie.
• You are not permitted to apply for Release.
• You are not permitted to apply for a spouse.
• You don't have to obey rules governing rudeness.