The Giver Ch. 8-11

The Chief Elder skipped Jonas at the Ceremony of Twelve because he was selected for the unique role of the...

• Historian's Apprentice

• Receiver of Memory

• Chief Elder-in-Training

• Chief of Police

Is Jonas allowed to discuss his training with anyone else?

• Yes

• No

What was the most surprising rule for Jonas?

• He may lie

• He is permitted from dream telling

• He is not allowed to apply for medication

• He can be rude.

Why does the "You may lie" rule unnerve Jonas so much?

• Because it is different and he doesn't like being different.

• Because it promises pain.

• Because he doesn't understand it.

• Because he realizes he has no way of knowing whether the adults--or anyone--is telling the truth.

What physical trait does Jonas notice he has in common with The Giver?

• They both have curly hair

• They both are taller than everyone else

• They both have pale eyes

• They both have a beard

What are the memories that The Giver will transmit to Jonas?

• Memories from his childhood

• Memories from the original founders of their Community

• Memories of the whole world, of all the generations before them, back and back and back

• Memories from Jonas's parents and grandparents

What is the first memory Jonas receives?

• Snowboarding

• Riding a sled in the snow

• Eating a big delicious meal

• A music concert

Why did the Giver say the community went to "Sameness"?

• Sameness was pleasant.

• People in the community were satisfied with the way things were and didn't want change.

• Because without Sameness, people might make the wrong choices.

• The first Chief Elder said it was best for the community.

Why doesn't it snow in Jonas's community?

• The Earth is getting warmer.

• The Community has developed Climate Control.

• This takes place on another planet.

What is the first form of pain Jonas feels?

• Frost bite
• Sadness
• Sunburn
• Anger