The Giver FINAL

What is the central theme of The Giver?

• The importance of family

• The dangers of a controlled society

• The value of hard work

• The benefits of sameness

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How does Lois Lowry use imagery to describe the memories Jonas receives?

• Through dialogue

• By using sensory details

• By listing facts

• Through character actions

Which literary device is most commonly used to contrast Jonas’ world with the real world?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Foreshadowing

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What is the effect of Jonas learning about color?

• It makes him more confused

• It helps him understand choice and individuality

• It causes him to rebel immediately

• It leads him to forget past memories

Why does the community eliminate strong emotions?

• To keep people happy

• To prevent conflict and pain

• To make life more exciting

• To improve communication

Match Jonas' perspective changes with the corresponding realizations throughout the novel.

• Jonas starts to follow rules more strictly.

• He becomes more obedient

• Jonas understands the imperfections in his society.

• He decides to become a leader

• Jonas fully accepts the societal norms.

• He realizes the community is flawed

• Jonas takes on a role of guiding others.

• He embraces the community’s ways

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What role does The Giver play in the community?

• He enforces the rules

• He provides wisdom and memories

• He leads the community

• He teaches the children

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Match the following events with their significance in Jonas' life.

• Understanding the reality of his community's practices

• Receiving the sled memory

• Jonas' first experience of true emotion and sensation

• Watching the release of the twin

• Realizing the world is more than black and white

• Being assigned as Receiver

• Jonas' first major turning point

• Learning about color

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Jonas’ relationship with his family changes as he feels (a)   due to his new knowledge.

• He grows closer to them
• He feels distant due to his new kno
• He trusts them more
• He starts following all rules stric

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How does Lowry use foreshadowing to hint at the community’s dark secrets?

• Through The Giver’s warnings

• Through Jonas’ dreams

• Through community rules

• Through Asher’s mistakes