WorksheetsStudy Guide for The Giver Final
Total questions: 153
Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins
What is one feature that Jonas has that is different?
His eyes
His hair
What ceremony is Jonas anticipating at the beginning of the novel?
Ceremony of Release
Naming Ceremony
Ceremony of Twelve
Ceremony of Loss
All citizens are assigned a spouse and a family unit.
True
False
What happens to citizens who break a major community rule?
They are chastized
They are tortured
They serve jail time
They are released
Individual freedoms are limited in the novel.
True
False
Which assignment did Asher receive?
Pilot
Assistant Director of Recreation
Assistant Director of Food Production
Nurturer
Which assignment did Fiona receive?
Receiver of Memory
Caretaker of the Old
Nurturer
Birthmother
How did Jonas know that he had the Capacity to See Beyond?
He noticed changes in an apple
He noticed changes in peoples' faces
He noticed a change in Fiona's hair
All of these
What does Jonas's assignment as the Receiver of Memory entail?
learning about his trainer's memories
learning about the memories of the Community
learning about the memories of the Community and Elsewhere
learning about the memories of the entire world
Why is Jonas's father preparing for a release at the Nurturing Center?
One of the birthmothers is expecting a child with a disability.
Gabriel has not been approved for a family unit and must be released.
Gabriel will be released because he has been receiving memories.
One of the birthmothers is delivering identical twins.
How does Jonas soothe Gabriel when he is restless?
He sings to him
He rubs his back
He feeds him
He rocks him in a chair
What connection does Jonas have with Gabriel?
They both have the Capacity to See Beyond
They have the same birthmother
They both had a bear as a comfort object
They are both Receivers of Memory
What was the last thing that the Giver advised the Committee of Elders about?
Whether or not they should decrease the birthrate
Whether or not Jonas should be the next Receiver
Whether or not they should increase the birthrate
Whether they should lower the age for riding bicycles
Which memory did Jonas receive that caused him to ask Asher to stop playing a game?
The memory of war
The memory of snow
The memory of an elephant dying
The memory of a holiday
Why does Jonas decide to stop taking his pill?
He wanted his stirrings to come back
He wanted to choose
The Giver told him not to
He wanted his feelings for Fiona to return
Which was the Giver's favorite memory?
The ride on the sled
A trip to the beach
A family holiday
A concert
Who is Rosemary?
The failed Receiver in training
The Giver's daughter
Someone whose name is no longer mentioned in the community
All of these
How does Jonas react when he learns what Release is?
in sympathy
in anger
in sadness
in resentment
Why is Jonas planning to escape from the community?
Because he broke a rule and will be released
Because he wants to explore elsewhere
So the memories he has received will be released back to the community
To save Gabriel from release
Why is Jonas forced to leave the community earlier than he'd planned?
To protect Gabriel from being released
His mother discovers his plan
Asher tries to stop him
To escape his own release
How is Jonas enduring the trying conditions after he escapes?
He fishes and picks berries
He utilizes the memories he has
He bikes at night
All of these
How is Jonas punished for stealing the apple?
His parents punish him.
His teacher gives him detention.
The speaker makes an announcement on the loudspeaker instructing him to return the apple.
What assignment did Lily want but was told it had no honor?
Caretaker of the Old
Birthmother
Nurturer
Laborer
True or False: Jonas's "Stirrings" occurred. because he would soon become the Receiver of Memory.
True
False
How is Jonas punished for stealing the apple?
His parents punish him.
His teacher gives him detention.
The speaker makes an announcement on the loudspeaker instructing him to return the apple.
Which of these things does Jonas do to "teach" Asher about memories?
He places his hand on Asher to convey the color of the flowers.
He describes to Asher- in detail- his memory of war.
He tries to transmit the memory of Christmas to Asher.
What is THE MAIN REASON the Giver does NOT go with Jonas?
He is too old and wouldn't make it.
He is not allowed to leave.
He has to help the community.
He takes back the memories.
Jonas was not assigned. He was ___.
honored
selected
chosen
skipped
Jonas was selected to be the what?
Giver of Memory
Recreation Director
Chief Elder
Receiver of Memory
What was similar between the Receiver and Jonas?
pale eyes
age
hair color
nothing
What are the qualities of a Receiver?
Intelligence, Courage, and Apprehension
Intelligence, Integrity, and Courage
Courage, Strength, and Good Looks
Money, Power, and Pride
During his training, Jonas will experience ___.
physical pain
another type of pain beyond anything he knows
both of the above
What happened as Jonas looked out at the people in the audience?
they laughed at him
Jonas cried
the people "changed"
Lily stuck her tongue out at him
What did the audience do at the end of the Jonas's assignment?
chanted his name
clapped for him
sat silently
grumbled with jealousy
Which quality is most important to Jonas's community?
uniqueness
sameness
beauty
intelligence
Which of these is one of Jonas's new rules?
You may be released
You may lie
You must discuss your training with others
You cannot live in your dwelling anymore
Where is Lily going to start her volunteer training?
Nurturing Center
House of the Old
As an instructor of Threes
At the Fish Hatchery
What happened to the previous trainee as Receiver of Memory?
became a birthmmother
never seen again
was able to choose a new assignment
was excused from an assignment
The rules and instructions Jonas receives say that he doesn't have to follow rules about what?
correct language
uniform
rudeness
newchildren
When the last Receiver failed 10 years ago, what happened to the memories?
They came back to the previous Receiver.
They just faded away.
They were released to the community, which caused confusion and chaos.
What lingering pain did the Giver give Jonas?
the memory of a skinned knee
the memory of a broken leg
the memory of a virus
the memory of a mashed finger
At this point in the novel, Jonas realizes for the first time that his family has...
been secretly spying on his training
chosen to release Gabriel
never known pain
have also been receiving memories from The Giver to help Jonas with his training.
What happened to Jonas when fell off the sled?
He landed softly on the snow.
He ripped his pants.
He broke his neck.
He broke his leg.
Years ago, how many children did the Elders want the Birthmothers to have but then became a huge problem for the community?
No children
2 children
4 children
1 child
Twin males are going to be born in a month and one will need to be released. What will determine which child will be released?
Shape of the head
Eye color
Weight
Response to touch
Which best describes The Giver's favorite memory?
Family eating together at a park
Family gathering around for Christmas
Family road trip to Colorado
Family opening gifts at a birthday party
Cold and snow ended when the Community...
went to "Sameness".
developed Climate Control.
began.
sought the wisdom of the Receiver.
According to The Giver, why will it be difficult for Jonas to have a spouse?
It would be an arranged marriage.
He and his spouse could not apply for children.
It is not difficult; it is impossible!
He will not be able to share his life with a spouse.
Why does Jonas ask The Giver for painful memories?
He wants to prove to The Community that he is brave.
He wants to lighten The Giver's burden.
He knows that The Giver is getting old.
He wants to share memories with The Giver.
Why did colors disappear in The Community?
Colors symbolized destruction, sadness, and tragedy.
Color wasn't practical.
The Elders decided "Sameness" was best.
The Elders were color blind and didn't want anyone else to see the colors.
In the first memory, what did Jonas not receive?
temperature
elevation
color
acceleration
Why does Jonas feel anger towards his groupmates?
They were excited about their Assignments, and he was not.
Their assignments were easier than his.
They were satisfied with their lives when he knew there was so much more to life.
They do not seem interested in his Assignment since they do not ask questions.
For Jonas, what is the significance of the "Elephant" memory.
Jonas learns that elephants can care for one another.
Jonas learns that elephants are massive creatures.
Jonas understands why elephants are obsolete in the Community.
Jonas understands the concept of brutality.
All of the following are a part of Jonas's "training", EXCEPT...
Jonas talks to the female Attendant every day.
Jonas must remove his tunic in order to receive memories.
The Giver turns Jonas away some days.
The Giver transmits memories through his hands.
The Committee of Elders call upon The Receiver...
when they need to make a decision.
when they do not agree with what is happening within the Community.
whenever they feel the need.
when they are faced with something unfamiliar.
Jonas has received all of the following memories, EXCEPT...
a gunshot wound.
the ocean.
hunger.
family.
What is the protagonist's name in The Giver?
Jonathan
Jake
Jonas
Asher
What method of transportation do people use in Jonas's community?
Buses
Bicycles
Cars
Horses
How many children are assigned to each family?
Two
Three
One
Four
What is the evening telling of feelings?
Writing in a journal about the day's events.
Family members can share their feelings if they choose.
Eating dinner together.
Each family member MUST share their emotional status.
How is Jonas feeling about the coming December?
Delighted
Confused
Apprehensive
Melancholy
What job does Jonas's father have?
Laborer
Nurturer
Architect
Elder
What happens at the Ceremony of Twelve?
Kids get their names.
Kids get to begin their volunteer hours.
Kids get their bikes.
Kids get their Assignments (jobs)
Where does Jonas's mother work?
Recreation Area
The school
Department of Justice
The airport
Who is staying with Jonas's family?
Gabriel
Daniel
Asher
Fiona
What did Jonas take out of the Recreation Center?
An apple
A banana
An orange
A mango
What is the name of the girl Jonas likes?
Sarah
Lily
Madeline
Fiona
Where does Jonas volunteer?
Food Distribution
The Childcare Center
The House of Old
The Rehabilitation Center
What's the rule in Jonas's community about nakedness?
The rule does not apply to the Old.
Adults cannot see each other naked.
The rule does not apply to babies.
All choices are correct.
Who isn't allowed in the Releasing Room?
Adults
Children
Animals
The Old
The community Jonas lives in is supposed to be....
modern America
a utopia
a different planet
a dystopia
What is Jonas's sister's name?
Larissa
Edna
Lily
Asher
What ritual does Jonas participate in in the beginning of chapter 5?
The telling of dreams
The sharing of life goals
The confession of sins
The reciting of rules
What does Jonas dream?
That he becomes a pilot
That he wants to take a bath with Fiona
That he wants to marry Fiona
That he is released
What does Jonas's community call puberty?
Stirrings
Hormone Monsters
The Changing
Growing Up
How does the community treat "Stirrings?"
Community Service
Injections
Pills
A treatment facility
Chapter 18: The first painful memory ROSEMARY received was that of a child taken from its parents.
True
False
Chapter 18: There has always been a rule against the new Receiver applying for release?
True
False
Chapter 18: The community received the memories after Rosemary was released.
True
False
Chapter 18: When he lost Rosemary, the Giver tried to help the community.
True
False
Chapter 18: The Giver loved Rosemary.
True
False
Chapter 19: Jonas was able to watch the Release of the twin because...
his father had granted it.
all private ceremonies were recorded.
it was a required part of his training.
Chapter 19: Jonas watched as the Newchild received an injection that actually
protected it from disease
prepared it for Elsewhere
killed it.
Chapter 20: Jonas' father and Fiona were able to perform the Release because
it was the rule.
they had no feelings.
they feared fro their own lives.
Chapter 20: What would the community have to do to if Jonas escaped?
find another receiver in training
bear the burden of the memories he had been holding for them
kill him
Chapter 20: The Giver decided to leave the community with Jonas.
True
False
Chapter 20: The Giver planned to get Jonas out of town by...
helping him escape at night.
pretending to send him on a mission.
hiding him in the vehicle sent to take him to another community.
Chapter 20: Who is Rosemary?
The Giver's wife
The Giver's daughter
The Giver's sister
Chapter 21: The Nurterers had voted for...
Gabriel's release
having Jonas adopt Gabriel
keeping Gabriel one more week.
Chapter 21: Jonas stole his father's bicycle because it had a child seat on the back.
True
False
Chapter 21: Which of the following is NOT a rule Jonas broke while he escaped the community?
lying to his parents
leaving a dwelling at night
stealing food
Chapter 21: Because he had to leave unexpectedly, Jonas was unable to receive the memories of...
place and direction
survival and strength
strength and courage
Chapter 21: To avoid being found by heat-seeking devices Jonas hid underwater.
True
False
Chapter 22: During their journey to Elsewhere... Jonas
Broke his arm
twisted his ankle
skinned his knee
Chapter 22: Jonas and Gabriel began to experience weather and encounter hills.
True
False
Chapter 22: Gabriel saw a bird and thought it was a plane.
True
False
Chapter 22: What two problems made Jonas wonder if he had done the right thing by taking Gabriel and leaving the comfort and safety of the community?
starvation and bitter cold
dangerous animals and the planes that never stopped coming
pain and exhaustion
Chapter 23: From the place that he and Gabriel left, Jonas thought he heard birds.
True
False
Chapter 23: In order to motivate himself to go on Jonas tried to conjure up memories of...
love
joy
his friends
warmth
Chapter 23: The memory that Jonas recalls at the end of the book is of Christmas.
True
False
Chapter 23: What does Jonas NOT encounter on his journey to Elsewhere?
snow
hills
other people
wild animals
Chapter 23: On Jonas' final decent to Elsewhere, he finds the red sled.
True
False
