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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Dream-telling begins at what age?
(a) The Nines.
(b) The Threes.
(c) The Elevens.
(d) The Ones.

2. What is the name of the man that Larissa announces was released the morning Jonas came to the House of the Old?
(a) Marcus.
(b) Richard.
(c) Hernesto.
(d) Roberto.

3. What assignment does Fiona receive?
(a) Assistant Director of Recreation.
(b) Caretaker of the Old.
(c) Nurturer.
(d) Assistant DIrector of the Fish Hatchery.

4. Jonas says he feels frightened in the beginning of the novel, then he changes his mind and replaces the name of his feeling with what word?
(a) Peril.
(b) Trepidation.
(c) Fear.
(d) Apprehension.

5. What does the crowd do to show their acceptance of the Chief Elder's final decision regarding Jonas's assignment?
(a) They dance.
(b) They chant his name.
(c) They sing.
(d) They cheer loudly.

6. In Chapter 3, what happens to the object as Asher and Jonas played catch?
(a) It changes.
(b) It falls apart.
(c) It floats mid-air.
(d) It becomes damaged.

7. Who has the final say in changing a rule?
(a) The Nurturer.
(b) The Elders.
(c) The Laborers.
(d) The Receiver.

8. When a person is released, they are led through which room?
(a) The Old Corridor.
(b) The Birthing Room.
(c) The Releasing Room.
(d) The Palace Door.

9. What can Jonas do now that he is exempt from rudeness?
(a) Question authority.
(b) Say exactly what he wants.
(c) Ask any question of any citizen and receive answers.
(d) Disobey rules.

10. Birthmothers do not get to see the newchildren. Where does Mother thinks Lily should volunteer in order to be around the children?
(a) The Birthing Center.
(b) The Nurturing Center.
(c) The Hatchery.
(d) The Department of Justice.

11. The speaker announces that females under nine need to have these objects neatly tied at all times. Lily breaks this rule often.
(a) Hair ribbons.
(b) Necklace.
(c) Shoe strings.
(d) Ponytail.

12. Seven's see the first sign of independence when they are given what article of clothing?
(a) Shoes that buckle.
(b) Long pants.
(c) A scarf.
(d) Front buttoned jackets.

13. What is Gabriel labeled at the Ceremony of Ones?
(a) Misunderstood.
(b) Undervalued.
(c) Uncertain.
(d) Unattainable.

14. What step must Tens make to continue on to adulthood?
(a) Shave.
(b) Ride bicycles.
(c) Braid their hair.
(d) Obtain shorter hair.

15. How does Jonas feel after he receives treatment in Chapter 5?
(a) Ashamed.
(b) Proud.
(c) Happy.
(d) Sad.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Jonas's best friend introduced in Chapter 1?

2. What happens to the audience when Jonas looks out upon them?

3. What is the name of the female Jonas meets at the House of the Old?

4. Which book contains a reference to what Jonas felt in his dream?

5. What assignment is Asher was given?

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