◼︎ Chapter 15 / pages 148 - 151
 ◼︎ Chapter 16 / pages 152 - 162

  1. At the beginning of Chapter 15, The Giver is experiencing a terrible memory. He shares it with Jonas.

    • What is the memory of?

  2. Several details suggest when in the past this war took place.

    • When might that have been and how do you know?

  3. At the very end of Chapter 15, The Giver says to Jonas, “Forgive me.”

    • Why does he say this?

  4. How did Jonas learn the “joy of being an individual, special and unique and proud”? (p. 153)

  5. How did Jonas learn about animals? (p. 153)

  6. The Giver shares with Jonas his favorite memory. (pp. 153 -155).

    • Describe that memory; include at least four details.

  7. What was the strong feeling at the heart of The Giver’s favorite memory? (p. 157)

  8. What happens when Jonas asks his father if he loves him? (pp. 159 - 160)

  9. What’s been happening with Gabrielle? (pp. 160 - 161)

  10. Jonas makes a big decision at the very end of Chapter 16. What is is?

NOTE: In the 4th quarter, the ABCD answers are now 10 points (instead of 3)

ABCD (Above & Beyond the Call of Duty) — the only way to get to 50/50 (A+); you may also need the points if you’ve dropped points for questions 1-10.

  • You may have to think hard about this.

  • Why might people choose to all be the same, to not be individuals?

  • Why might people replace love with “enjoying others” and “taking pride in their accomplishments”?

  • What might be the benefits of “Sameness”?