The Giver Chapter 1

Question 1

Why is Jonas frightened by the plane flying overhead?

Accepted Answer

It is against the rules for planes to fly over the community

Question 2

What words are used in this chapter to describe ordinary things?

Accepted Answer

Tunic (shirt) play area (playground) dwelling (house), Newchild (infant) nurturer (teacher) nightclothes (pajamas)

Question 3

Why are children scolded for telling their friends they will be released?

Accepted Answer

It is a grave insult, as being released in a bad punishment

Question 4

What are the rules about family units?

Accepted Answer

Families must have two children; one boy and one girl.

Question 5

What are reasons community members can be released?

Accepted Answer

Elderly are released in celebration of their lives, Repeat offenders are released after their 3rd trasngression, Newchildren are released for not developing properly

Question 6

Describe Jonas' family's evening ritual.

Accepted Answer

Family members describe a feeling&explain why they felt it

The Giver Chapter 1

Questions 6

The Giver Chapter 1

Questions 6