Jonas's Experiences and Perceptions

In Chapter 11 of 'The Giver', Jonas begins his training with The Giver. He experiences snow and sledding for the first time, feeling the cold and exhilaration. The Giver explains the concept of climate control and sameness, which led to the absence of snow and hills. Jonas also receives a memory of sunshine and sunburn, learning about pleasure and pain. The chapter concludes with Jonas learning The Giver's name.

What was Jonas's initial reaction to the old man's touch during his training?

• He was immediately excited.

• He felt a sharp pain.

• He felt nothing unusual.

• He was frightened.

What new sensation did Jonas experience during his first training session?

• The coldness of snow.

• The taste of a new fruit.

• The sound of music.

• The warmth of the sun.

How did Jonas feel during his first sled ride?

• Confused and disoriented.

• Breathless and exhilarated.

• Bored and uninterested.

• Terrified and anxious.

Why did the old man say snow and sleds no longer exist?

• They were made obsolete by climate control.

• They were too expensive to maintain.

• They were forgotten over time.

• They were too dangerous.

What did Jonas learn about the concept of 'sameness'?

• It was a way to ensure everyone was happy.

• It was a method to control the environment.

• It was a tradition passed down through generations.

• It was a new idea being tested.

What was Jonas's reaction to experiencing sunshine for the first time?

• He was frightened by it.

• He found it pleasurable and comforting.

• He was confused by it.

• He found it boring.

How did Jonas perceive the concept of sunshine?

• As a cold breeze.

• As a loud noise.

• As a bright light in the sky.

• As a warm sensation from above.

What was Jonas's first experience of pain?

• A sunburn.

• A headache.

• A cut on his finger.

• A bee sting.

How did Jonas feel about experiencing pain for the first time?

• He was angry.

• He was scared.

• He was glad to understand it.

• He was indifferent.

What name does the old man give to Jonas at the end of the day?

• The Giver.

• The Mentor.

• The Receiver.

• The Teacher.