Giver Chapter 1-10

Front

What is the role of a Nurturer in Jonas's community?

Back

A Nurturer is responsible for caring for and raising infants in the community.

Front

Why is Jonas nervous during the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

Jonas is nervous because he does not know what his assignment will be.

Front

What is the House of the Old?

Back

The House of the Old is a place where the elderly members of the community live and are cared for.

Front

What does the community value above all?

Back

The community values sameness and avoids conflicts with other members.

Front

What happens to someone who leaves the community?

Back

They are said to have been released.

Front

What does it mean to be 'released' in Jonas's community?

Back

Being released means that a member of the community has left, often due to not fitting in or breaking rules.

Front

What is the significance of the Ceremony of Twelve?

Back

It is the event where twelve-year-olds receive their assignments for their roles in the community.

Front

How does the community ensure sameness?

Back

The community enforces strict rules and regulations to eliminate differences among its members.

Front

What is Jonas's father's occupation?

Back

Jonas's father is a Nurturer who works with infants.

Front

What does Jonas learn about emotions in the community?

Back

Jonas learns that the community suppresses emotions to maintain sameness and avoid conflict.