Jonas's Experiences and Community Choices

In Chapter 12 of 'The Giver', Jonas navigates his daily life, reflecting on his dreams and experiences at school. He notices changes in his friend Fiona and begins to understand the concept of 'seeing beyond'. Jonas discusses these experiences with The Giver, who explains the significance of colors and how they relate to memories. The chapter explores themes of perception, memory, and the choices made by society to achieve sameness.

What does Jonas's mother ask him during breakfast?

• If he had any dreams

• If he finished his homework

• If he is excited for school

• If he wants more food

What recurring dream does Jonas have?

• Sliding down a snow-covered hill

• Flying over the city

• Swimming in the ocean

• Walking through a forest

Why can't Jonas share his training experiences with his friends?

• He doesn't remember them

• He is not allowed to discuss them

• He finds them boring

• He thinks they won't understand

What change does Jonas notice about Fiona?

• Her voice

• Her height

• Her clothes

• Her hair

What does the Giver reveal to Jonas about the color red?

• It is a new discovery

• It is a memory from the past

• It is a forbidden color

• It is a symbol of danger

Why did the community choose to relinquish color?

• To prevent confusion

• To maintain control and sameness

• To focus on technology

• To save resources

What is Jonas's reaction to the community's choice to give up color?

• He agrees with it

• He is indifferent

• He disagrees and feels it was a mistake

• He is confused