THE GIVER — Chapter 10 (Pages 91-100)
By Lois Lowry
DURING- AND POST-READING QUESTIONS
Skills Focus
In this lesson, you’ll analyze how an author develops and contrasts
the points of view of different characters in a text. [RL 7.6]
Purpose for Reading
To learn more about Jonas’s Assignment.
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 91:
“I go in here,
Jonas...”
To Page 96: “He was just as tired as I am today.”
1. Consider this quotation: “She looked up
when he entered; then, to his surprise,
she stood. It was a small thing, the
standing; but no one had ever stood
automatically to acknowledge Jonas’s
presence before.” (92)
What does this reveal about Jonas?
[RL 7.3]
2. A: How does The Receiver having locks
on his door impact Jonas? [RL 7.3]
B: Why does it have that effect?
[RL 7.3]
3. How has The Receiver been physically
affected by his assignment? [RL 7.3]
To Page 100:
“... and placed his hands on
Jonas’s bare
back.”
4. Consider this quotation from The
Receiver: "'It's the memories of the
whole world,' he said with a sigh.
'Before you, before me, before the
previous Receiver, and generations
before him.'" (98)
How does this statement affect Jonas's
view of his community? [RL 7.6]
5. What does the conversation about
snow reveal about this community?
[RL 7.3]
Independent Practice
Directions: Answer the multiple choice questions for Chapter 10 (Pages 91-100). 5 minutes
1. What is the best meaning of “diminish” as it is used in the following passage on page 96? [RL 7.4]
“‘The failure of the previous selection was ten years ago, and my energy is starting to diminish.
I need what strength I have remaining for your training. We have hard and painful work to do, you and I.’”
A. grow
B. settle
C. lessen
D. spread
2. Which of the following reasons best explains why The Receiver is going to transmit the memory of snow to Jonas? [RL 7.1]
A. To show how much smarter he is than Jonas.
B. To scare Jonas away from becoming the next Receiver.
C. To help him understand the feeling that sledding produces.
D. To help him explain the memory to others when he gets home.
3. Reread the following passage from pages 93-94:
“All of those things were in this spacious room, though each was slightly different from those in his own dwelling. The fabrics on the upholstered chairs and sofa were slightly thicker and more luxurious; the table legs were not straight like those at home, but slender and curved, with a small carved decoration at the foot. The bed, in an alcove at the far end of the room, was draped with a splendid cloth embroidered over its entire surface with intricate designs. But the most conspicuous difference was the books…. He had never known that other books existed. But this room’s walls were completely covered by bookcases, filled, which reached to the ceiling. There must have been hundreds — perhaps thousands — of books, their titles embossed in shiny letters.”
What does the setting in this passage reveal about The Receiver? [RL 7.3]
A. The Receiver has no use for furniture.
B. The Receiver has access to knowledge others do not.
C. The Receiver dislikes decoration and fine craftsmanship.
D. The Receiver lives in a dwelling identical to others in the community.
4. Which detail from the passage best supports the idea that the Receiver of Memories is one of the most honored roles in the community? [RL 7.4]
A. “All of those things were in this spacious room”
B. “each was slightly different from those in his own dwelling”
C. “fabrics on the upholstered chairs and sofa were slightly thicker”
D. “a splendid cloth embroidered over its entire surface with intricate designs”
5. What does the Receiver’s decision to turn off the speaker before giving Jonas a memory reveal about the nature of memories? [RL 7.2]
A. Memories are meant to be shared in person,not over technological connections.
B. Memories are considered dangerous and not to be shared with the community.
C. Memories are secret because they give great power to those who know them.
D. Memories are sometimes embarrassing and so should be kept private.
THE GIVER — Chapter 11 (Pages 101-110)
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 Sameness and how it shapes the community.
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 101: “Jonas felt
nothing unusual at first.”
To Page 104:
“…that he had not moved at
All.”
Start Page 104: “The old man, still beside the bed…”
To Page 106: “But you will find that that is not the same as power.”
1. How does the memory of sledding
affect Jonas physically? [RL 7.3]
2. When Jonas receives his first memory, what does it reveal about Jonas and the Receiver’s different points of view? [RL 7.6]
3. A: What does Jonas’s reaction to the memory of snow suggest about how new information affects people’s curiosity? [RL 7.2]
B: What does this suggest about why the community limits people’s access to information? [RL 7.3]
4. How does Jonas’s view of his
community change after he receives
his first few memories? [RL 7.6]
5. Consider this quotation: “I have great
honor. So will you. But you will find
that that is not the same as power.”
(106)
What does The Receiver mean when
he says this? [RL 7.1]
Independent Practice
Directions: Answer the multiple choice questions for Chapter 11 (Pages 101-110). 5 minutes
1. Which statement best describes the way that The Receiver shares his memories with Jonas? [RL 7.1]
A. by reading aloud from old books
B. through skin-to-skin contact
C. through interactive films
D. by telling stories
2. What is the best meaning of “obsolete” as it is used in the following sentence on page 106? [RL 7.4] “It wasn’t a practical thing, so it became obsolete when we went to Sameness.”
A. imperative
B. mandatory
C. unnecessary
D. extravagant
3. Reread the following passage from page 102:
“One part of his consciousness knew that he was still lying there, on the bed, in the Annex room. Yet another, separate part of his being was upright now, in a sitting position, and beneath him he could feel that he was not on the soft decorated bedcovering at all, but rather seated on a flat, hard surface. His hands now held (though at the same time they were still motionless at his sides) a rough, damp rope. And he could see, though his eyes were closed. He could see a bright, whirling torrent of crystals in the air around him, and he could see them gather on the backs of his hands, like cold fur.”
What is the purpose of the imagery in the above passage? [RL.7.4]
A. To teach The Giver what snow is
B. To teach the reader what snow is
C. To capture what Jonas is experiencing in real life
D. To show that the snowstorm is happening in Jonas’s mind
4. Consider this quotation from page 109:
“‘It hurt a lot,’ Jonas said, ‘but I’m glad you gave it to me. It was interesting. And now I understand better, what it meant, that there would be pain.’
The man didn’t respond. He sat silently for a second. Finally he said, ‘Get up, now. It’s time for you to go home.’” What does the quotation reveal about The Receiver? [RL 7.1]
A. The Receiver appreciates Jonas’s fascination with feeling pain.
B. The Receiver knows Jonas doesn’t really understand what pain is.
C. The Receiver is relieved that Jonas now knows what it means to feel high levels of pain.
D. The Receiver is tired of feeling the pain of humanity and wants Jonas to experience it for him.
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DURING READING QUESTIONS STUDENT RESPONSE
Page 91 to 96:
The quote about Jonas being acknowledged by the woman when she stood shows that he is gaining a sense of respect in his role. It highlights how he is starting to be seen differently now that he’s The Receiver, something that no one has done for him before. It’s kind of a big deal because in their community, standing for someone is like giving them a big honor.
A: The locks on The Receiver's door make Jonas feel more aware of how special The Receiver's role is. It indicates that he will have access to information and experiences that others don’t.
B: This has that effect because it emphasizes the secrecy and importance of what Jonas is about to learn. It shows that The Receiver's memories are something precious and not for everyone to see.
The Receiver has been physically affected because he looks tired and older than Jonas expected. It seems like the weight of the memories he carries has taken a toll on him, and it shows that this job isn't just about being special — it comes with a lot of responsibility and burden.
Page 100:
The statement about memories being from "the whole world" changes Jonas's view of his community completely. It makes him realize that their community is missing out on so many experiences and feelings. He starts to see how limited their lives really are without those memories, and it increases his curiosity about the past.
The conversation about snow shows that this community has sacrificed so much for the sake of control and sameness. It reveals their lack of appreciation for natural beauty and the joys of different seasons. They’ve chosen to avoid pain but also missed out on things like fun and excitement that come with experiencing snow.
INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
B. through skin-to-skin contact - This is how The Receiver shares his memories, which is pretty unique and intimate.
C. unnecessary - "Obsolete" means something that is no longer needed or used, especially since they have chosen sameness over differences.
D. To show that the snowstorm is happening in Jonas’s mind - The imagery is meant to express how vividly Jonas is experiencing the memory, almost like he's in a dream or a different reality.
B. The Receiver knows Jonas doesn’t really understand what pain is. - This highlights that The Receiver understands the depth of pain and that Jonas’s experience is just the beginning, implying there’s much more to come.
Overall, these questions really get at how Jonas’s world is transforming as he learns more about the complexities of emotions, memories, and the value of experiences that his community has lost. It’s like peeling back layers of an onion — each new layer leads to more understanding, but also more questions about what he thought he knew.
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