WorksheetsThe Giver ch. 9-16
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
How does the community show disgrace towards the failed Receiver of Memory?
They removed her information from the Hall of Open Records.
They never speak her name or use it for a new child.
They destroyed the dwelling in which she lived.
Every year, they gather for the Ceremony of Shaming.
Many of the Twelves had been given assignment folders to prepare them for their new jobs. What was in Jonas's folder?
Three separate manuals outlining the history of the society and the duties of the receiver
A map and a compass
A single printed sheet of paper
Jonas did not receive a folder like the other Twelves
Jonas is surprised the the Receiver is allowed to
close the curtains
wear different clothing
take special medication
turn off the speakers
What is unusual about the Receiver’s door?
It is always left open.
It is painted a darker color than the others.
It has windows on the top.
It has a lock on it.
How does the Receiver (now the Giver) feel about transmitting the memories to Jonas?
He is upset that the elders picked Jonas for this position.
He is unsure whether Jonas is mature enough for the position.
He is tired from having to carry the memories, and is anxious to get started.
He is angry that he has to part with the memories, and wants Jonas to wait..
Which is the first memory transmitted to Jonas?
snow
sunshine
a day in school
a day in a park
How did the memory of the sled ride (first one) make Jonas feel?
scared
enthusiastic
angry
doubtful
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.
Why was Jonas’s second memory painful?
He learned about sadness.
He learned about sunburn.
He learned about crying.
He learned about headaches.
What does the Giver believe led to the downfall of the previous Receiver?
She was given too much freedom.
She wasn’t provided with a list of rules.
She broke too many of the rules.
She was given too many painful memories.
Why was Jonas uneasy at breakfast?
He did not like the eggs his mother made for him.
He was angry at Lily and did not want to speak with her.
He was afraid his parents would ask him to share his dreams.
He forgot to make his bed before coming down for breakfast.
How is Gabe coming along?
He is perfectly normal now.
He sleeps through the night, but he is still fussy.
He is having trouble learning to recognize objects.
He seems to be thriving, but is having trouble sleeping through the night.
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.
Why is the Giver’s job so important?
because if he didn’t hold the memories, people would want to leave the community
because if he didn’t hold the memories, they would be very painful for the community
because if he didn’t make all of the decisions, people wouldn’t know what to do
because if he didn’t create jobs for everyone, people would be without work
How long has it been since the last Receiver was released?
5 years
7 years
10 years
12 years
What was Jonas denied after the memory of the sledding accident?
pain medication
discussing it with the Giver
having another memory
writing about the memory
What unusual circumstance happened with Gabe?
Gabe spoke Jonas’s name.
Gabe’s eyes changed color.
Gabe’s birthmother came to visit him.
Gabe was able to receive a memory from Jonas.
What happens to Jonas in the war memory?
He shoots a young man wearing a blue uniform.
He catches pneumonia and dies a long and painful death.
He writes a letter to his mother about the horrors of the battlefield.
His arm is broken and splintered, and he sees a boy die.
What favorite memory did the Giver share with Jonas?
Christmas
Easter
summer
autumn
What emotion did Jonas learn about when the Giver shares his favorite memory with him?
honesty
love
trust
hope
