The Giver Ch. 1-5

Front

Why was Lily angry with the visiting community of Sevens?

Back

They weren't following their rules.

Front

What is an imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect?

Back

Utopia

Front

In the first chapter, why is the Pilot released from the community?

Back

He misread his navigational instructions and frightened the community.

Front

How many years could you serve as a birth mother?

Back

3 years or 3 births.

Front

Why was Jonas's mother upset with Lily?

Back

Lily said she wanted to be a birthmother.

Front

What is the significance of 'release' in the community?

Back

Release is a punishment for those who do not conform to community rules.

Front

What role does the concept of 'Sameness' play in the community?

Back

Sameness eliminates differences to ensure uniformity and predictability.

Front

What is a 'newchild' in the context of the community?

Back

A newchild is a baby that has been born and is being cared for until they are assigned to a family.

Front

What does the Ceremony of Twelve signify?

Back

It is the ceremony where children are assigned their lifelong roles in the community.

Front

How does Jonas feel about the upcoming Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

Jonas feels apprehensive and uncertain about what his assignment will be.