Community Ceremonies and Replacement Children

The transcript describes a community ceremony where children receive age-specific symbols of growth, such as jackets and bicycles. Lily is eager to gain independence, while Jonas reflects on the community's structured life. Gabriel, a new child, is given an extra year of nurturing due to his father's plea. The ceremony includes naming new children and acknowledging replacement children. The community's meticulous order is highlighted, with Jonas contemplating the careful matching of spouses and assignments.

What does Lily look forward to receiving next year?

• A bicycle

• A new dress

• A pet

• A book

What is the significance of the front button jacket in the community?

• It is a reward for good behavior

• It is a fashion statement

• It is a sign of independence

• It symbolizes interdependence

What is the purpose of the community ceremony?

• To announce new laws

• To hold a community feast

• To celebrate birthdays

• To assign new roles and name new children

Why was Gabriel given an additional year of nurturing?

• He was already named

• He was too attached to his family

• He had not gained enough weight

• He was too young

What happens to children who are released from the community?

• They are forgotten

• They are celebrated

• They are given a new name

• They are sent to another community

What is a replacement child in the community?

• A child who is born out of season

• A child who is adopted

• A child who replaces a lost one

• A child who is exceptionally talented

What is the community's reaction to the naming of a replacement child?

• Indifference

• Celebration

• A murmur of replacement ceremony

• A moment of silence

What change occurs for children at the ceremony of tens?

• They receive a bicycle

• Their hair is cut

• They start school

• They get a new name

What is the significance of the ceremony of twelve?

• It is when children receive their lifelong assignments

• It is the most important ceremony

• It marks the end of childhood

• It is a celebration of independence

What does Jonas think about the community's order and choices?

• He finds them chaotic

• He believes they are meticulously ordered

• He thinks they are too strict

• He feels they are unnecessary