WorksheetsThe Giver Novel Test Review
Total questions: 96
Worksheet time: 2hrs 53mins
What is the setting of the story?
a utopian society from the 1800's
present day in Europe
a futuristic, community
present day Asia
What is the genre of this novel?
science fiction
historical fiction
mystery
comedy
Which ritual takes place after dinner?
the telling of dreams
the confessions of mistakes
the telling of feelings
the dreams for the future
Which law is a common one to break?
older siblings teaching younger siblings how to ride a bike
younger siblings wearing blue bows in their hair instead of red ones
older siblings teaching younger siblings how to fish
younger siblings calling older siblings bad names
Jonas's father knew Gabe's name ahead of time, but the elders were unaware that he discovered this. Which type of irony does this represent?
verbal
situational
dramatic
How has the setting of the novel affected the personalities of the community?
It has made them eager for change.
It has made them question the future.
It has made them comfortable and accepting of their lives.
It has made them angry and searching for answers.
Another new child was given the name Roberto, and Jonas remembered that Roberto the Old had been released only last week. Which part of speech is "and"?
adverb
conjunction
adjective
interjection
Which is the first memory transmitted to Jonas?
snow
sunshine
a day in school
a day in a park
The Giver said that there is honor in his title, but little power. What did he mean by these words?
People respect him, but he is not allowed to move away.
People act like they respect him, but they really don't.
People respect him, but he can't really make big changes in the community.
People don't respect him because he refuses to make any changes in the community.
What is the conflict of this novel?
Jonas is unhappy with the community and wants to change it.
Jonas is upset with his family situation and wants to move out.
Jonas is concerned about Fiona, and fears she is in danger.
Jonas is concerned with Asher's attitude, and wants to change it.
Which character has trouble sleeping through the night?
Jonas
Gabe
Asher
Fiona
Which character works at the House of the Old?
Jonas
Gabe
Asher
Fiona
Which character works at the Recreation Center?
Jonas
Gabe
Asher
Fiona
Which character is talented in many areas, and has the ability to see "beyond?"
Jonas
Gabe
Asher
Fiona
What is the overall theme of the novel?
Freedom.
The importance of making good friends.
A boy risks his life to save his community and a young child.
The importance of individuality and being able to achieve your goals and dreams in life.
1. In Jonas's society, it is rude to "call attention to things that were unsettling or different about individuals." What trait do Jonas and Gabe have that is unusual in Jonas's society?
They are LEFT HANDED (Most people in the community are right-handed)
They have PALE EYES (Most people in the community have dark eyes)
They have FRECKLES (Most people in the community have no freckles)
They are MUGGLES (Most people in the community are wizards)
Which of the following most likely explains why the author included the story of Asher mixing up the words “snack” and “smack”?
This story explains why Asher is not given an assignment: he did not pass his classes.
This story explains why Asher is so serious as an older child: he was often in trouble when he was younger.
This story introduces the idea that precise language is very important, and is taught to children from a very young age.
This story introduces “the discipline wand” and the concept that young children are beaten for mistakes as simple as mixing up words.
Match the age level and Ceremony gift.
Ones
Fours, Fives, Sixes
Sevens
Eights
Nines
Match the age level and Ceremony gift.
Tens
Male Elevens
Tens
Female Elevens
Male Elevens
Twelves
Match the item and what is symbolized.
jacket with smaller buttons, pockets
bicycles
jacket buttoned down the back
long trousers with a pocket
Match the item and what is symbolized.
jacket buttoned in the front
had long hair cut off
new undergarments
assignment
What assignment did Asher get?
A. He was named Language Coordinator.
B. He was named Sanitation Laborer.
C. He was named Junior Partner in the Law Office.
D. He was named Assistant Director of Recreation.
True or False: The Chief Elder called Jonas's number, then told him to wait for last to get his Assignment.
A. True
B. False
Whose memories is The Giver transmitting to Jonas?
Those of the whole world and generations before him
The Giver's memories from his childhood to now
Jonas' childhood memories that he has forgotten
Those of Jonas' family history
What question does Jonas have in Chapter 9?
Who is his birthmother?
Is everyone a Receiver?
Has everyone been lying this whole time?
Will Lily be the next Receiver after Jonas?
How much recreation time does Jonas have as the Receiver?
15 minutes a day
15 minutes every other day
30 minutes on the weekends
None
True or False: Jonas' assignment involves pain, so he has special access to main medications.
True
False
Which of the following is the most important difference between the Giver's dwelling and Jonas' family's dwelling?
The Giver's dwelling has so many books.
The Giver's dwelling is very spacious.
The Giver has a more comfortable bed than Jonas.
Jonas' dwelling includes a whole family living there.
Which quality is the most important in Jonas' community?
intelligence
sameness
beauty
being unique
Each morning, Jonas' family____
talks about their feelings
talks about their goals for the day
talks about their dreams
shares their frustrations
(2 points)
How does Jonas react to being selected as the Receiver? Why?
How does the community treat Jonas now as the Receiver?
What quality does Jonas think Gabriel's eyes have that others people's eyes don't?
depth
color
reflection
love
Why is there very little honor in the assignment of Birthmother?
After three years you do hard physical labor until you enter the House of the Old.
It is considered unclean to give birth to babies.
You are given gentle exercise and good food.
You are considered insensitive because you give up your babies.
Why was Asher required to play catch?
His parents wanted him to
He needed to practice for the team
To improve his hand-eye coordination
He didn't have to, he just liked to
Where does Larissa say the Old go when they are released?
Nobody knows except the committee of Elders
The House of the Very Old
Into the hospital.
To another community
If you don't fit in with the community, you can apply to leave.
True
False
All eight-year-olds reveive a front buttoned jacket with pockets. What does this represent?
It represents that they are mature enough to keep track of their own belongings.
It represents that they are no longer considered children.
It represents that they are now expected to make and bring home money for the family.
It represents that they can now be trusted not to steal.
Each person in the Ceremony has a number. What does this number represent?
It ranks the children by who the Elders like best.
It ranks the children by the order they were born.
It ranks the children by their intelligence.
It is their address.
Once you are a 12, you are considered an adult in the community.
True
False
How does the community react to the death of the child in the river?
They hold a funeral.
They send casseroles to the child's parents.
They hold seminars to warn children to stay away from the river.
They chant the child's name over and over, each time more softly, until he is forgotton.
Why does the Chief Elder apologize to the audience at the Ceremony of Twelve?
She is about to tell them that Jonas will be released.
She has caused them anxiety about Jonas's assignment.
Her shorts do not match her purse.
She knows that many parents are disappointed with their children's assignments.
According to Jonas's parents, what happened to the previous Twelve who was selected to be the Receiver 10 years ago?
She was caught lying.
The Chief Elders realized that she was not intelligent enough for the job.
Nobody knows.
She appealed the decision and was given a new assignment.
Which of the following was not written on Jonas's assignment sheet?
You are permitted to lie.
You are not permitted to apply for release.
You are not permitted to apply for a spouse.
You are exempted from rules about rudeness.
The Receiver's home is different from other households in the community. Which is not a difference?
The furniture and fabrics are a bit more luxurious.
The door has a lock.
It is not in the boundaries of the community.
The speaker is able to be turned off.
Every household contains the following books except:
the Bible.
descriptions of every office, factory, buliding, and committee.
a dictionary.
the Book of Rules
What three qualities did the Chief Elder say Jonas has that is needed to become the Receiver of Memory?
intelligence, integrity, respect
respect, courage, faith
courage, intelligence, integrity
faith, integrity, intelligence
What instruction impresses Jonas the most?
prohibited from dream-telling
being exempt from rudeness
being able to lie
not discussing his training with the elders or his parents.
Jonas is now not allowed to talk to his parents about his dreams.
True
False
What was the previous Receiver's job with Jonas?
To train him.
To give Jonas all the memories of the world.
To teach him all that he knows.
To leave him in charge.
What hppens to the Tens to signal that they are ready to enter adulthood?
They are given a bike.
They now wear their coat buttons on the front.
Their hair is cut short.
They begin volunteer hours.
How do spouses meet?
People fall in love and get married.
People apply to the Committee and the Elders choose for them.
Elders choose a spouse when people turn the appropriate age.
People choose their spouses at the Ceremony of Fourteen.
Why is Jonas afraid of the act of lying?
He thinks it will make him different from the rest.
He thinks he might get used to lying all of the time.
He thinks that maybe everyone in the community lies.
It is a hard rule to get used to.
How do the Elders decide if a couple is ready to receive a child?
The potential parents are monitored for three years.
They give potential parents money and monitor their responsibility.
They only give children to parents who work in the Nurturing Center.
The potential parents must take a test.
What is a replacement child?
A clone of someone who has been released.
A child who takes the place of a naughty child.
A third or fourth child who joins a family after the oldest has left the home.
A child who takes the place of one who has died.
Why doesn't Jonas's family support Fritz getting a bicycle?
He can't ride a bicycle yet.
They are afraid he will crash into something.
He is always making small transgressions.
His bicycle will be a newer model than theirs.
What takes place during the month of December?
The Ceremony of the Giver
The Twelve Days of Christmas
The Ceremony of the Twelves
A Snow Day
Who is the most important Elder in the community?
The Giver
The Chief Elder
The Master Elder
The Teacher
What physical feature does Jonas have that is different from everyone else in the community?
His hair color is different.
His eye color is different.
He is the only one who writes with his left hand.
He is a lot shorter than everyone else.
Who is the protagonist, or main character, in the book?
Gabe
Jonas
Asher
Fiona
What happens at the Ceremony of the Twelves?
They find out who they will marry.
They graduate from high school.
The are sent to the Hunger Games.
They get their life assignment.
What is the first color that Jonas sees?
Red
Blue
Yellow
Green
What is Jonas' father's job?
Elder
Giver
Teacher
Nurturer
What happens when twins are born?
It depends if they are male or female.
The smaller one is released.
They are separated, and go to different families.
They are celebrated.
What was the purpose of the volunteer hours?
The purpose of volunteer hours is similar to paying taxes, and is required for every citizen.
To determine their job assignment.
To get volunteer hours for graduation.
Volunteer hours are used for a higher level ranking.
Which memory was first shared with Jonas?
Sledding
Baseball
Having his brother born.
Fishing
