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THE GIVER — Chapter 2 (Pages 14-24)
By Lois Lowry
DURING- AND POST-READING QUESTIONS
Skills Focus

In this lesson, you’ll analyze how characters are shaped by the setting in which they live and the events which they experience. [RL 7.3]

Purpose for Reading
To learn about the Ceremony of Twelves and how it will affect Jonas.

During Reading
Directions: Start and stop at the page(s) indicated. Answer the questions and be prepared to share with your class.
Page Number
DURING READING QUESTIONS STUDENT RESPONSE
Start Page 14:
“Jonas watched as his father
poured a fresh cup of coffee.”
1. What does the Ceremony of Ones
reveal about the way this community
views the value of each individual
person? [RL 7.6]
To Page 18:
“... until the
citizens forgot
that it had ever gone to them
for study.”
2. A. How are families made in this
community?
B. What is the impact of forming
families this way? [RL 7.3]

3. How is The Receiver different from
other members of the Council of
Elders? [RL 7.1]

4. What does the discussion of bicycles
reveal about the community’s approach
to rule changes? [RL 7.3]
Start Page 18:
“His father
continued.”
To Page 24:
“... or how he
might feel about it when the day came.
5. How does Jonas’s father view the
process of assigning professions? Why?
[RL.6]
6. How will Jonas’s experience at the
Ceremony of Twelves be different from
his father’s? [RL.3]

Independent Practice
Directions: Answer the multiple choice questions for Chapter 2 (Pages 14-24). 5 minutes (You may highlight them)
1. What is the best meaning of “confided” as it is used in the following sentence on page 15? [RL 7.4]
“I could have sneaked a look at the list prior to the ceremony,” Father confided. “The committee always makes the list in advance, and it’s right there in the office at the Nurturing Center.
“As a matter of fact,” he went on, “I feel a little guilty about this. But I did go in this afternoon and looked to see if this year’s Naming list had been made yet. It was right there in the office, and I looked up number Thirty-Six — that’s the little guy I’ve been concerned about — because it occurred to me that it might enhance his nurturing if I could call him by a name. Just privately, of course, when no one else is around.’”
A. said proudly
B. said publically
C. said privately
D. said ashamedly
2. What does the passage above reveal about Jonas’s father as a character? [RL 7.3]
A. Jonas’s father is a bad man.
B. Jonas’s father is willing to break the rules to help someone.
C. Jonas’s father regrets breaking the rules to find out Gabe’s name.
D. Jonas’s father believes the rules are pointless, and he sees no point in following them.
3. On page 22, Jonas’s mother states, “When I entered my training for Law and Justice, I found myself with people who shared my interests. I made friends on a new level, friends of all ages.” What does this suggest about the role that Assignments have in guiding a person’s life? [RL 7.3]
A. Assignments have no impact on a person’s life.
B. Assignments bring people with common interests together.
C. Assignments force citizens to become friends with people their own age.
D. Assignments prohibit citizens from being friends with anyone who is in another Assignment.
4. Which piece of evidence best supports the idea that Jonas thinks he can grow up without changing? [RL 7.1]
A. “‘I enjoy the Naming,’ Jonas said.” (15)
B. “Jonas shivered. [...] The Ceremony of Twelves was the last of the Ceremonies. The most important.” (18) C. ‘Jonas shook his head. ‘Asher and I will always be friends,’ he said firmly.” (22)
D. “‘Did you still play at all, after Twelve?’ Jonas asked.” (23)

1 answer

Sure! Here are the responses to the during-reading questions and multiple-choice questions for The Giver — Chapter 2 (Pages 14-24):

During Reading Questions

  1. What does the Ceremony of Ones reveal about the way this community views the value of each individual person? [RL 7.6]

    • The Ceremony of Ones reveals that the community values every individual as a part of a collective society. Each child is celebrated during this ceremony, which symbolizes their entrance into the community and acknowledges their development and worth as they grow.

  2. A. How are families made in this community?

    • Families are formed in this community through a regulated process where adults are assigned children, typically through a centralized system based on parenting capabilities rather than biological relationships.

    B. What is the impact of forming families this way? [RL 7.3]

    • The impact is that family units are constructed without personal choice, leading to a lack of emotional bonds typically found in traditional families. This can create a sense of disconnect between individuals, as relationships are built on duty rather than love or choice.

  3. How is The Receiver different from other members of the Council of Elders? [RL 7.1]

    • The Receiver is different because it holds a unique position that requires deep knowledge and the capacity to understand complex emotions and memories. This role is characterized by a solitary experience where The Receiver alone accesses the collective memories of the community, setting them apart from other Elders who focus on governance and law.

  4. What does the discussion of bicycles reveal about the community’s approach to rule changes? [RL 7.3]

    • The discussion of bicycles shows that the community takes a conservative and cautious approach to rule changes. It highlights how changes are made with careful consideration and often involve long discussions, indicating a desire for stability and control over the lives of citizens.

  5. How does Jonas’s father view the process of assigning professions? Why? [RL.6]

    • Jonas’s father views the process of assigning professions as a thoughtful and significant event, believing that it helps individuals to find their place in society. He seems to respect the system, indicating that he cares about the well-being of those being assigned, like Jonas.

  6. How will Jonas’s experience at the Ceremony of Twelves be different from his father’s? [RL.3]

    • Jonas’s experience will be different because he is anxious about the Ceremony of Twelves and uncertain about his future Assignment, while his father appears to have a more positive outlook on the process, showing confidence in how it shapes lives.

Independent Practice - Multiple Choice Questions

  1. What is the best meaning of “confided” as it is used in the following sentence on page 15? [RL 7.4]

    • C. said privately

  2. What does the passage above reveal about Jonas’s father as a character? [RL 7.3]

    • B. Jonas’s father is willing to break the rules to help someone.

  3. What does this suggest about the role that Assignments have in guiding a person’s life? [RL 7.3]

    • B. Assignments bring people with common interests together.

  4. Which piece of evidence best supports the idea that Jonas thinks he can grow up without changing? [RL 7.1]

    • C. ‘Jonas shook his head. ‘Asher and I will always be friends,’ he said firmly.” (22)

These responses should help you prepare for class discussions and enhance your understanding of the text!