What are Jonas's father's and monther's jobs?
His father is a Nurturer and his mother works for the Department of Justice
Who is Asher? Describe him.
Jonas's best friend. Asher is funny, irresponsible and easy going.
What animal is Lily's comfort object?
An elephant
Name atleast 3 of the 5 themes found through out The Giver.
The individual vs society, freedom and choice, feeling and emotion, coming of age and memory.
Describe the Ceremony of Nines.
Children are given a bicycle and taught how to ride it.
Describe the Ceremony of Ones.
Infants are given names and are assigned to a family.
Where did Father spend his volunteer hours during his childhood?
At the Nurturing center.
Name 3 characteristics of Jonas's family.
They are considerate, helpful, supportive and they think carefully about their experiences and relationships.
How does a couple go about acquiring a child?
A request form must be submitted and the approved by the Committee of Elders.
Father's sister Kayta, removed an accessory during her Ceremony of Nines. What was it?
Her hair ribbons.
Name 2 things that the community values besides following the rules?
Correct expression of ideas and understanding of feelings.
Why did Asher have to apologize to his class?
Because he was late to class.
Describe the Ceremony of Eights.
Every child gets his/her comfort object taken away.
Name a rule that is commonly broken in the community.
Older siblings teach their younger siblings how to ride a bike before they turn 9.
Why did Lily call the visitors at her school 'animals'?
One of the boys didn't wait in line to go on the slide.
What assignment did Father's friend Yoshiko recieve during their Ceremony of Twelves?
Doctor.
Who is Gabriel and why is Jonas's father concerned about him?
A baby that Jonas's father has been nurturing. Gabriel cries alot and isn't healthy.
What number was used to identify Lily before she was given a name.
23.
Why is Jonas concerned about his friend Asher?
He thinks Asher jokes too much and isn't sure there is an assignment for him.
Why was Jonas feeling apprehensive in chapter 1?
He was nervous about the upcoming Ceremony of Twelves.