The Giver Chapters 1-10 Quiz
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Why is Jonas frightened by the plane flying overhead?

It is against the rules for pilots to fly over the community.

Why are the children scolded for telling friends during the play that they have been released?

It is a grave insult, as being released is a terrible punishment.

Describe Jonas' family's evening ritual.

Each family member describes a feeling and explains why he/she had that feeling.

List all the reasons that a community member can be released.

<p>Newchildren are released for not developing properly; elderly people are released in a celebration of their lives; and repeat offenders are released after the third transgression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule about family units?

<p>Each family unit must have two children: one male and one female.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What words are used in this chapter to describe ordinary things? How is this different from the ways we describe them?

<p>Dwelling (house), tunic (shirt), play area (playground), newchild (infant), nurturer (teacher/babysitter), nightclothes (pajamas).</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do newchildren turn one?

<p>Every December.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What rule does Jonas' father break? How does Jonas feel about this?

<p>Jonas' father peeked at the Naming list. Jonas was surprised that his father would break a rule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do family units get a second newchild?

<p>A newchild is given to the family at the ceremony.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the Nines at the Ceremony?

<p>Nines receive a bicycle for the first time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is The Receiver?

<p>The Receiver is the most important Elder in the community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Gabriel and Jonas have in common?

<p>They both have pale eyes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the life of a Birthmother.

<p>Birthmothers receive wonderful food and gentle exercise periods. They play games and amuse themselves for three years. After three years (three births), they become Laborers. They never see their children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Jonas as a result of his decision to take an apple?

<p>He is the subject of an announcement which makes him feel remorse. He apologizes to the Director of Recreation the next morning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the apple while Jonas is playing with it?

<p>The apple changes in some odd way. The shape and size stay the same, but something about the apple changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas take the apple home?

<p>He wants to try to get the apple to change again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas have no idea about what his assignment will be?

<p>Jonas has spent his volunteer hours at many different places. As a result, he is unsure of where he will be assigned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tasks do Jonas, Asher, and Fiona perform?

<p>They run the bath, help the old people into the tub, wash their bodies, and dry them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule about nakedness?

<p>No one may glimpse at another person's nakedness. The rule does not apply to newchildren or the Old.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the release of the Old?

<p>The person's life story is told.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Jonas' dream.

<p>Jonas dreams that he is in a bathing room with Fiona. He has a bare chest. He wants Fiona to take off her clothes and get into the water. Jonas has a strong urge to bathe Fiona.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What explanation does Jonas' mother give him about the dream?

<p>Jonas' dream is the first sign of 'Stirrings'. Stirrings happen to everyone as they grow up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for Stirrings?

<p>People take pills every morning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do released members go?

<p>They are sent Elsewhere and never return.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is special about Caleb?

<p>Caleb is a replacement child.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Ceremony of Loss.

<p>The entire community murmurs the child's name throughout the day. The repetitions get softer and less frequent until the community is silent and the child's name is never uttered again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Murmur-of-Replacement Ceremony.

<p>The name is repeated for the first time since the loss. It is repeated slowly and softly at first, then faster and with more volume.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are spouses chosen?

<p>A Committee of Elders chooses the spouses for the people who apply for them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do spouses get children?

<p>After a match has been monitored for three years, couples may apply for a child.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Chief Elder?

<p>She is the leader of the community. A new Chief Elder is elected every ten years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why would Asher have been a poor Instructor of Threes?

<p>The Instructors of Threes are responsible for acquisition of language, and Asher often has problems with precision of language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the discipline method for Threes.

<p>Small children who misbehave mildly are given a smack on the hands with the discipline wand. For a second offense, children receive three sharp smacks on their bare legs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Asher's assignment?

<p>Assistant Director of Recreation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Fiona's assignment?

<p>Caretaker of the Old.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why isn't Jonas assigned?

<p>He has been selected as the new Receiver of Memory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the committee select a Receiver?

<p>The committee makes a unanimous choice after carefully observing the candidate. Elders must have no uncertainty about the chosen individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the qualities a Receiver must have?

<p>Intelligence, integrity, courage, wisdom, and the capacity to see beyond.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the selection make Jonas feel? Why is this an unusual feeling for him?

<p>He feels different for the first time in his life because he is different. He had grown up being the same as everyone else.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the previous selection?

<p>Jonas' parents don't know. She was never seen after the selection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Jonas's rules? How does he react to each of them?

<p>Jonas must go to the Annex every day after school. He must go straight home after each day of training. He may ask any questions of anyone. He cannot talk about his training with anyone. He cannot share his dreams. He may not take medication for work-related illness or injury; he cannot apply for release; and he has permission to lie. He was startled by the exemption from rudeness. He wasn't worried about no dream-telling, although he did wonder a bit how he would deal with the morning ritual. He was unnerved by the restrictions on medication because medicine was so readily available in the community. He had no reaction to the rule about applying for release. The rule about lying is the most shocking. He wonders perhaps everyone else in the community was permitted to lie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the rule about lying 'terrify' Jonas?

<p>He is worried that everyone else in the community may be lying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the attendant's behavior surprise Jonas?

<p>No one had ever stood to acknowledge Jonas' presence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the explanation for the locks? Why are they unusual?

<p>The attendant explains that the locks ensure The Receiver's privacy so that he may concentrate. No other doors in the community are locked.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe The Receiver.

<p>He wears the special clothing that Elders wear. He is wrinkled, and his light eyes are surrounded by dark circles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the job of the Receiver?

<p>He must transmit his memories to Jonas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Jonas when he tries to make the standard community apology?

<p>The Receiver tells him that he does not have time for apologies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Community etiquette about pilots

Flying over the community is prohibited to prevent fear.

Taboo of 'release'

'Release' signifies severe punishment; must not be discussed.

Family unit structure

Each family has one male and one female child.

Evening rituals

Family members share feelings to enhance emotional awareness.

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Jonas’ emotions and dreams

Indicate early individuality and desire.

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Newchildren ceremony

Celebration for new children’s first birthday occurs in December.

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Ceremony of Nines

Children receive bicycles, symbolizing growth.

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Chief Elder

Community leader elected every ten years.

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Volunteer tasks

Jonas, Asher, and Fiona care for the elderly.

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Language precision.

Children learn to be precise with words under Instructors of Threes.

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Discipline method

Misbehavior can lead to physical reprimands.

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Receiver of Memory

Jonas is chosen as the new Receiver, setting him apart.

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Selection process

Requires careful observation and unanimous agreement.

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Qualities for Receiver

Includes intelligence, integrity, and capacity to 'see beyond.'

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Jonas's sense of difference

Jonas feels different for the first time, deviating from conformity.

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Secrecy rules

Jonas struggles with rules about secrets and lying.

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Receiver’s privacy

The Receiver has restricted access to specific locked rooms.

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Conveying memories

The Receiver shares important memories with Jonas.

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Cognitive dissonance

Jonas feels anxious realizing others can lie.

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Respect and recognition issues

Community members often overlook Jonas, raising concerns.

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Receiver’s physical description

The Receiver has distinct traits: unique clothing and light eyes.

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Wisdom and burden

The Receiver’s traits symbolize the wisdom of carrying memories.

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Emotional awareness importance

Sharing feelings fosters deeper emotional understanding.

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Role of community service

Volunteer tasks reflect the community’s expectations of service.

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Communication among family

Daily sharing of feelings helps maintain family bonds.

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Significance of birthdays

Birthdays in the community highlight milestones in growth.

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Bicycles as a growth symbol

Receiving a bicycle at age nine symbolizes independence.

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Integrity and knowledge

Important traits of the Receiver reflect community values.

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Study Notes

Community Rules and Customs

  • Pilots flying over the community is prohibited, causing fear in Jonas when a plane does so.
  • Mention of being "released" is a significant taboo, equating to a severe punishment, and children must not speak of it.
  • Family units consist of one male and one female child, reflecting the community's structure.

Family and Personal Rituals

  • Evening rituals involve each family member sharing their feelings, fostering emotional awareness.
  • Jonas' experience of emotions and dreams indicates early signs of individuality and desire.

Ceremonies and Community Roles

  • Newchildren celebrate their first birthday each December; family units receive a second child through a ceremonial process.
  • At the Ceremony of Nines, children receive bicycles, marking their growth.
  • The Chief Elder is a significant community leader, elected every ten years.

Education and Development

  • Jonas, Asher, and Fiona's volunteer tasks involve care for the elderly, emphasizing community service roles.
  • Children learn language precision from Instructors of Threes, with discipline involving physical reprimands for misbehavior.

Jonas' Unique Position

  • Jonas is selected as the new Receiver of Memory, setting him apart from the community's norms.
  • The selection process requires careful observation and unanimous agreement from the committee.
  • The qualities required for a Receiver include intelligence, integrity, and the capacity to "see beyond.”

Emotional Growth and Awareness

  • Jonas experiences a sense of difference for the first time, contrasting with his previous conformity.
  • He grapples with unsettling rules regarding secrecy, medication restrictions, and the permission to lie.

Special Responsibilities of the Receiver

  • The Receiver's role requires privacy, demonstrated through access to locked rooms, unlike other community settings.
  • The Receiver conveys memories to Jonas, which are fundamental to the development of his individuality and understanding of the world.

Cognitive Dissonance and Fear

  • Jonas's realization that others may be allowed to lie creates anxiety about the community's integrity.
  • The tendency of community members to overlook Jonas’s presence raises questions about respect and recognition in roles.

Physical Description and Symbolism

  • The Receiver possesses distinct traits: special elder clothing, wrinkled skin, and light eyes, symbolizing wisdom and the burden of memories.

These notes encapsulate the significant plot points and themes from chapters 1-10 of "The Giver," highlighting community structure, emotional awareness, and the implications of Jonas's selection as Receiver.

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Test your knowledge on the first ten chapters of 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry. This quiz includes questions about key events, character motivations, and community rules presented in the story. Review the essential aspects of the plot and themes as you answer these flashcard questions.

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