The Giver, Ch. 16-21

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This quiz will test you on your basic understanding of "The Giver," chapters 16-21.

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1.

What sad memory did the Giver give to Rosemary?
- A.
  
  War - a battlefield
- B.
  
  Loneliness - a child taken from its parents
- C.
  
  Death - a ship sinking at sea
- D.
  
  Hurt - a car accident
Correct Answer
B. Loneliness - a child taken from its parents

Explanation
The Giver gave Rosemary the memory of loneliness by showing her a child being taken away from its parents. This memory would evoke feelings of isolation and sadness, as the child is separated from its loved ones. It highlights the emotional pain and longing that comes with being alone and disconnected from others.

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2.

What happened after Rosemary's release?
- A.
  
  The memories went to the Chief Elder.
- B.
  
  The Giver took back those memories.
- C.
  
  The memories were lost forever.
- D.
  
  Everyone in the community had her memories.
Correct Answer
D. Everyone in the community had her memories.

Explanation
After Rosemary's release, everyone in the community had her memories. This suggests that in their society, when a Receiver is released, their memories are not lost but instead distributed to the entire community. This implies that the community members now have access to a wider range of memories and experiences, which could potentially impact their understanding of the world and their emotions.

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What was Jonas's reaction to watching the release ceremony?
- A.
  
  He wanted to confront his father.
- B.
  
  He didn't want to go home.
- C.
  
  He wanted to be released.
Correct Answer
B. He didn't want to go home.

Explanation
Jonas's reaction to watching the release ceremony was that he didn't want to go home. This suggests that he was deeply affected by what he witnessed during the ceremony and was reluctant to return to his own home. It implies that the ceremony had a profound impact on him and possibly made him question the society he lived in.

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Why did release not upset Fiona?
- A.
  
  She didn't understand love and emotions.
- B.
  
  She did not know what release was.
- C.
  
  She was told the older people just moved to another community.
Correct Answer
A. She didn't understand love and emotions.

Explanation
Fiona did not get upset by the release because she lacked an understanding of love and emotions. This suggests that she was not emotionally attached to the individuals who were being released and did not comprehend the significance or impact of their departure.

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5.

Rosemary was ___________ .
- A.
  
  The first child of Jonas's parents
- B.
  
  The Giver's daughter
- C.
  
  The daughter of the Chief Elder
Correct Answer
B. The Giver's daughter

Explanation
Rosemary was the Giver's daughter. This means that she was the child of the Giver, a person who holds the memories of the community. The Giver's role is to pass on these memories to the Receiver, who in this case is Jonas. Rosemary's connection to the Giver is significant because it explains why Jonas is chosen to become the new Receiver of Memories.

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Jonas's first insight was color. The Giver's first insight was ________ .
- A.
  
  Taste
- B.
  
  Music
- C.
  
  Smell
- D.
  
  Emotion
Correct Answer
B. Music

Explanation
The question is asking for the first insight of The Giver, which is not explicitly mentioned in the given information. Therefore, an explanation cannot be provided.

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The Giver, Ch. 16-21

What sad memory did the Giver give to Rosemary?

What happened after Rosemary's release?

What was Jonas's reaction to watching the release ceremony?

Why did release not upset Fiona?

Rosemary was ___________ .

Jonas's first insight was color. The Giver's first insight was ________ .