The Giver Chapter 1 Quiz

What word did Jonas initially use to describe his feelings about December?

• Eager

• Frightened

• Apprehensive

• Excited

What event had caused Jonas to feel truly frightened a year ago?

• The release of a community member

• An unidentified aircraft flying overhead

• A visitor breaking community rules

• The upcoming Ceremony of Twelve

What happened immediately after the aircraft incident?

• People continued their daily activities

• Citizens were ordered to enter buildings

• The community celebrated

• Children continued playing outside

What was the explanation given for the aircraft incident?

• It was a planned military exercise

• A Pilot-in-Training had made a wrong turn

• It was delivering emergency supplies

• It was testing new flight paths

What is the significance of being "released" in Jonas's community?

• It means getting a promotion

• It means going on vacation

• It means a temporary suspension

• It means a terrible punishment

What ritual does Jonas's family perform each evening?

• Singing the anthem

• Reading together

• Sharing their feelings

• Planning for tomorrow

What is Jonas's father's occupation?

• Pilot

• Instructor

• Nurturer

• Justice Department worker

How many children are allowed in each family unit?

• One male and one female

• Three children of any gender

• Two males or two females

• As many as they want

What happened when Asher was late to class?

• He was punished severely

• He had to make a public apology

• He was sent home

• He lost privileges

What word did Asher misuse in his apology?

• Frightened

• Distracted

• Distraught

• Apprehensive