Ceremonies and Assignments in The Giver

Jonas and his family discuss the significance of December ceremonies, particularly the Ceremony of Twelve, where children receive their life assignments. Jonas reflects on past ceremonies and anticipates his own, while his father shares memories and insights about the process. The conversation touches on the rules, the role of the elders, and the impact of assignments on friendships and life changes.

What does Jonas's father recall about December ceremonies?

• They are held every month.

• They bring exciting changes.

• They are only for adults.

• They are boring and uneventful.

What is significant about Lily's naming ceremony?

• It is when she starts school.

• It is when she is officially named.

• It is when she receives her first toy.

• It marks her first birthday.

What rule did Jonas's father break?

• He named a child before the ceremony.

• He looked at the naming list early.

• He taught a child to ride a bicycle.

• He skipped a ceremony.

What is the significance of the ceremony of Twelve?

• It is when children receive their bicycles.

• It is when children start school.

• It is when children are named.

• It is the last and most important ceremony.

How did Jonas's father feel about his assignment as a nurturer?

• He wanted a different assignment.

• He was pleased and expected it.

• He was surprised.

• He was disappointed.

What do the elders consider when assigning roles?

• The child's favorite color.

• The child's volunteer hours and interests.

• The child's family background.

• The child's height and weight.

What changes occur after the ceremony of Twelve?

• Children start a new school.

• Children move to a new city.

• Children join their assignment group.

• Children receive new names.

What happens to comfort objects when a child turns eight?

• They are given to the child's friends.

• They are thrown away.

• They are recycled to younger children.

• They are kept forever.