Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from The Giver

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Community - This place refers to where Jonas and the rest of the citizens live.

Speaker - These make announcements and reminders. Only The Giver is able to turn these off when he wishes.

Childcare Center - This place is where children like Lily spend their after-school hours.

Newchild - This is someone who is taken care of at the Nurturing Center until they become Ones.

Evening Telling of Feelings - This event is one of the many rituals in every family dwelling. Each member of the family takes turns to talk about...
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