Ms.C's Reading Class: The Giver Chapter 4

Why is Jonas annoyed by Lily's comment about Gabriel's pale eyes?

• Because it is considered rude to point out someone's differences

• Because pale eyes are very rare in the community

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What does Jonas think about the color of pale eyes?

• It gives a certain look to the person who has it

• It represents depth, like looking into a clear river

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What Assignment does Lily express interest in?

• Birthmother

• Speaker

• Nurturer

• Laborer

Why does Mother rebuke Lily for expressing interest in the Birthmother Assignment?

• Because it is a difficult and demanding Assignment

• Because Birthmothers never get to see the newchildren

• Because there is very little honor in that Assignment

• Both B and C

What is the duration of the Birthmother Assignment?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

What happens to Birthmothers after they complete their Assignment?

• They become Nurturers

• They become Laborers

• They enter the House of the Old

• They are rewarded with a higher status

What is the purpose of the public announcements made by Speakers?

• To remind individuals about specific rules or behaviors

• To manipulate people's thoughts and reality

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What was the purpose of the reminder about snacks for Jonas?

• To encourage him to eat more snacks

• To remind him not to hoard snacks

• To discourage him from eating snacks

• To manipulate his thoughts about snacks

What did Jonas experience with the apple during a game of catch with Asher?

• The apple changed its appearance in midair

• The apple disappeared and reappeared

• The apple turned into a different fruit

• The apple remained the same throughout

What does Jonas's ability to see the changing apple suggest?

• There is something different about him

• Reality itself is being manipulated

• Both A and B

• None of the above