The Giver Chapters 1-6

What are the two occasions when "release" is NOT a punishment?

• The self-centered and selfless

• The elderly and a new child

• The genius and the defiant

• Those born in December and March

What happened to the pilot at the beginning of the story?

• He was given a medal.

• He delivered the supplies safely.

• He was released.

• He crashed the plane.

How many children can each family have in their household?

• Three- 2 girls and 1 boy

• Two- 2 boys OR 2 girls

• Two- 1 boy and 1 girl

• Three- 2 boys and 1 girl

"It was almost December, and Jonas was beginning to be frightened. No Wrong word, Jonas thought."

What does the author suggest by this opening line?

• The precision of language is important.

• Jonas is confused.

• Fear is a bad thing in Jonas's community.

Each year, there are ___ new babies.

• 40

• 20

• 50

What is Jonas and his parents private conversation about?

• The New Year Celebration

• Graduation Celebration

• Celebration of 12

• Celebration of Memorial Day

What are comfort objects?

• stuffed animals children get at 1

• a family pet

• Cozy blankets

What color are Jonas's eyes?

• Pale Blue

• Dark Brown

• Green

What had Jonas taken from the Recreation Area and was reminded by public announcement that he was not to do that?

• A banana

• An orange

• An apple

• A pencil

Why is it a rule to not call attention to things that make someone different?

• It is not a rule.

• The community wants everyone to be the same.

• No one is different.

• They don't want to hurt someone's feelings.