Jonas's Ceremony and Assignments

In Chapter Seven of 'The Giver', Jonas's group takes a new place in the auditorium for the Ceremony of Twelve. The Chief Elder gives a speech about the importance of assignments and acknowledges the differences among the children. As assignments are announced, Jonas is skipped, causing confusion and concern. Asher receives a humorous story about his language mistakes and is assigned as Assistant Director of Recreation.

Where did Jonas's group sit during the ceremony?

• In the very front before the stage

• At the back of the auditorium

• Outside the auditorium

• In the middle of the auditorium

What was the significance of the numbers given at birth?

• They were used to assign seating in school

• They were used to identify the child's family

• They were rarely used after naming but indicated birth order

• They were used to determine the child's future job

How did Jonas feel about being number nineteen?

• He wished he had a lower number

• He was indifferent to it

• He disliked it because it was an odd number

• He felt it gave him a maturity advantage

What was the main message of the Chief Elder's speech?

• To discuss the history of the community

• To announce new community rules

• To highlight the significance of individual differences

• To emphasize the importance of fitting in

What role did Madeleine receive during the assignment ceremony?

• Doctor

• Fish Hatchery Attendant

• Engineer

• Caretaker of the Old

Why was Asher's assignment story humorous?

• He forgot to attend the ceremony

• He was given a role meant for someone else

• He had a history of language mix-ups

• He was assigned a role he disliked

How did Jonas feel when he was skipped during the ceremony?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Confused and anxious

• Relieved