Community Life and Jonas's Experiences

In Chapter 4 of 'The Giver', Jonas rides through the community to find his friend Asher, hoping to complete volunteer hours together. He appreciates the freedom to choose where to volunteer, unlike the rest of the day, which is strictly regulated. Jonas joins Asher and Fiona at the House of the Old, where they help bathe the residents. He learns about the release ceremony of a man named Roberto, which remains a mystery to the community. The chapter highlights the community's utilitarian nature and the lack of creative spaces.

What does Jonas appreciate about the volunteer hours?

• The opportunity to earn rewards

• The chance to work with his friends

• The ability to skip other duties

• The freedom to choose where to volunteer

Why is Jonas looking for Asher?

• To invite him to a party

• To ask him a question

• To spend time together while volunteering

• To borrow his bicycle

Where does Jonas find Asher's bicycle?

• Outside the house of the old

• Near the community center

• Outside the school

• At the park

What activity is Jonas involved in at the house of the old?

• Organizing a game

• Cooking meals

• Helping with a bath

• Reading to the residents

What is the mood of the residents at the house of the old?

• Happy and content

• Anxious and worried

• Sad and lonely

• Bored and restless

Who tells Jonas about the release ceremony?

• Larissa

• Roberto

• Asher

• Fiona

What is unknown about the release ceremony?

• The people who attend

• What happens after the release

• The time it takes

• The location of the ceremony

How are the community buildings described?

• Old and historical

• Modern and sleek

• Utilitarian and plain

• Colorful and artistic

What is missing in the community's description?

• Parks and museums

• Schools and libraries

• Shops and markets

• Hospitals and clinics

Why is Roberto's release puzzling?

• He was very young

• He was in good health

• He had no family

• He was a community leader