Jonas's Role and Community Reactions

In Chapter 8, the audience is uneasy during the final assignment. The Chief Elder addresses their concerns and apologizes, then announces Jonas's selection as the new Receiver of Memory. The role's significance and the qualities required are explained. Jonas, initially unsure, accepts his new role with the community's support, feeling both pride and fear.

How did the audience initially react during the ceremony?

• With loud cheers and excitement

• With unease and confusion

• With laughter and joy

• With complete silence

What did the Chief Elder do to address the community's concerns?

• She left the stage

• She changed Jonas's assignment

• She apologized and explained the situation

• She ignored their concerns

What role was Jonas selected for?

• Receiver of Memory

• Nurturer

• Chief Elder

• Community Leader

Why is the role of Receiver of Memory considered significant?

• It involves organizing community events

• It involves teaching children

• It requires rigorous training and is rare

• It is a temporary position

Which quality is NOT mentioned as necessary for the Receiver of Memory?

• Courage

• Humor

• Integrity

• Intelligence

What unique ability does Jonas possess according to the Chief Elder?

• The ability to see beyond

• The ability to read minds

• The ability to fly

• The ability to heal

What does the Chief Elder say about the pain Jonas will experience?

• It is beyond their comprehension

• It will be mild and manageable

• It will be enjoyable

• It is a myth

How did Jonas feel about his new role?

• Completely confident and fearless

• Proud but also fearful

• Angry and resentful

• Indifferent and uninterested

What was the community's reaction to Jonas's acceptance of his role?

• They ignored him

• They left the ceremony

• They chanted his name

• They laughed at him

What does the community's chant signify?

• Their desire for a new leader

• Their confusion about the ceremony

• Their acceptance of Jonas

• Their rejection of Jonas