The Giver

What is the first “color” Jonas perceives?

• Blue

• Red

• Yellow

• Green

Why does the community eliminate memories of pain?

• To maintain social order

• To increase knowledge

• To preserve tradition

• To punish the Giver

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What meaning is related to the symbol of the SLED

• Freedom

• Transition/Escape

• Emotional Awakening

• Identity and Choice

What meaning is related to the symbol of the RIVER

• Freedom

• Transition/Escape

• Emotional Awakening

• Identity and Choice

What meaning is related to the symbol of the CEREMONY OF TWELVE

• Freedom

• Transition/Escape

• Emotional Awakening

• Identity and Choice

What meaning is related to the symbol of the COLOR RED

• Freedom

• Transition/Escape

• Emotional Awakening

• Identity and Choice

Who holds the collective memories of the community?

• The Receiver

• The Elders

• The Nurturers

• The Committee of Justice

Explain why Jonas decides to leave the community. Include at least one reason related to memory or emotion.

What does “release” actually mean in the community?

• Retirement

• Promotion

• Death

• Relocation