Understanding 'The Giver' Themes and Concepts

Dabi, also known as Dabz, reviews 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry as part of a 100-book challenge. Initially hesitant due to its cover and perceived age, Dabi was convinced to read it after hearing it read aloud. The story follows Jonas in a seemingly perfect world where everything is controlled, but he discovers deeper truths about his society. Dabi discusses the book's utopian and dystopian themes, reflecting on the lack of choice and emotion in such a world. The book is recommended for its adventurous and thought-provoking nature, appealing to all ages and winning the Newbery Medal.

What is the main challenge the narrator is undertaking in 2018?

• Reading 50 books

• Writing 50 book reviews

• Writing 100 book reviews

• Reading 100 books

Why was the narrator initially reluctant to read 'The Giver'?

• The book was too expensive

• It was recommended by a friend

• The cover seemed unappealing

• The book was too long

What event changes the narrator's mind about reading 'The Giver'?

• Hearing the book read aloud

• Reading a positive review

• Seeing a movie adaptation

• A friend's recommendation

In 'The Giver', what happens to citizens when they turn 12?

• They are assigned a job

• They start school

• They leave the community

• They are given a special gift

What is unique about Jonas's job assignment in 'The Giver'?

• He is not given any job

• He chooses his own job

• He is skipped and then given a special job

• He is assigned a common job

How does the narrator describe the world in 'The Giver'?

• Chaotic and unpredictable

• Perfect and orderly

• Technologically advanced

• Medieval and primitive

What genre does the narrator classify 'The Giver' as?

• Historical fiction

• Science fiction

• Mystery

• Fantasy

What is the difference between utopian and dystopian worlds as explained by the narrator?

• Utopian is perfect, dystopian is ruined

• Utopian is futuristic, dystopian is historical

• Utopian is real, dystopian is fictional

• Utopian is chaotic, dystopian is orderly

What realization does Jonas come to about his world in 'The Giver'?

• It is truly perfect

• It is a historical setting

• It lacks choice and freedom

• It is technologically advanced

What does the narrator suggest about living in a world like that in 'The Giver'?

• They would enjoy the lack of choice

• They would question the lack of choice

• They would find it exciting

• They would find it boring