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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what month does the Ceremony of Twelve take place?

2. Seven's see the first sign of independence when they are given what article of clothing?

3. Which way does the community NOT react to the failure of the former Receiver?

4. On the first day of training, Jonas rides to the House of Old with which character?

5. Where are children raised until they are named?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Lily's mother reprimand her for wanting to become a Birthmother?

2. Where is Jonas going to do his volunteer work, and what friends does he meet there?

3. How do the elevens line up when they enter the stage?

4. What happens to Jonas at the Ceremony of Twelve?

5. What job does Jonas's father hold in the community?

6. What rule is often broken at the ceremony of Nine?

7. Describe the first memory that The Giver gives to Jonas.

8. What happens at the Ceremony of Twelve?

9. What event from a year ago does Jonas remember that brings back feelings of fear?

10. Who is Gabriel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jonas asks his parents "Do you love me?" His parents rely with amusement but then chastise him for using the wrong word. Jonas then lies to his parents. Discuss whether or not this lie is justified for the sake of self-preservation. Use examples from the text.

Essay Topic 2

The Giver gives Jonas the experience of snow and sunshine. Discuss the reasons why snow is not permitted in the community. Discus why sunshine is associated with the painful things the Elder mentions. Compare and contrast the emotional and physical effects of snow and sunshine.

Essay Topic 3

Jonas has been given the job of Receiver, which sets him apart from his community. He is now unique. He can lie if he wants and he is exempted from rudeness. Write about the freedom of being unique and how it must feel to be exempted from the rules of society. What are the benefits? At the same time, write about how that separation might alienate a person from society.

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