Questions and Answers
What was so different about the newchild?
He had pale eyes like Jonas. Most citizens had dark eyes.
What was the newchild's comfort object?
Hippo
How many years could you serve as a birth mother?
3 years or 3 births
What did women do after being a birth mother?
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What had Jonas taken from the Recreation Area that he was reminded not to do?
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What was it about the apple that concerned Jonas?
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What were Jonas and Asher doing with the apple?
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Why was the new child, Gabriel, staying with Jonas's family unit?
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Why does Jonas want his father to chastise his sister Lilly?
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What quality does Jonas think Gabriel's eyes have that other people's eyes don't?
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Why is there very little honor in the assignment of Birthmother?
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What is one of the jobs of the Speaker?
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What did Jonas do with the apple that changed while he played catch with Asher?
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It is OK to brag and boast about something good that you did for 'the community.'
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Why did Jonas have NO IDEA what his assignment might be?
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Who was the man that was released at the House of the Old?
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What was Roberto's release from the House of the Old like?
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What did they do during Roberto's ceremony?
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Where does Larissa say that 'The Old' go when they are released?
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Why are Jonas and Larissa laughing at the end of the chapter?
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Study Notes
Newchild Gabriel
- Gabriel possesses pale eyes, similar to Jonas, distinguishing him from most citizens who have dark eyes.
- His comfort object is a hippo, signifying a sense of security and familiarity.
Birth Mother Role
- Women can serve as birth mothers for a maximum of three years or three births.
- Post their role, birth mothers transition to labor-intensive jobs, with little honor associated with this assignment due to the demanding lifestyle afterward.
Jonas and The Apple
- Jonas takes an apple from the Recreation Area, which is against community rules, and is reminded of this via public announcement.
- The apple briefly changes appearance during a game of catch with Asher, sparking Jonas' curiosity.
Gabriel's Situation
- Gabriel stays with Jonas's family to receive extra care as he is fussy and not developing as expected; Jonas's father seeks to prevent Gabriel's release.
Community Norms
- Chastisement is a role of the community Speaker, who publicly reprimands individuals for minor infractions, maintaining social order.
- Bragging and boasting are strictly prohibited within the community, emphasizing humility.
Jonas's Future Assignment
- Jonas is uncertain about his future assignment due to his broad range of volunteer experiences rather than focusing on a single job.
Release Ceremony for Roberto
- Roberto’s release from the House of the Old is marked by sadness, reflecting on his successful and fulfilling life.
- The ceremony includes celebrating his life accomplishments, chanting patriotic anthems, and speeches made by friends.
Mystique of Release
- Larissa indicates that the ultimate fate of "The Old" after release is unknown, a mystery reserved for the Elders.
Humor and Ideas
- Jonas and Larissa find amusement in the suggestion that they could propose ideas to the committee, as it often leads to inaction.
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Explore the intriguing aspects of Gabriel's character and the roles within the community as depicted in 'The Giver'. This quiz covers Gabriel's uniqueness, the obligations of Birth Mothers, and the significance of the apple in Jonas's journey. Test your understanding of these important themes and characters.