The Giver Novel Study Worksheet
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet for Lois Lowry's novel 'The Giver', focusing on comprehension, literary elements, and critical thinking.
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The Giver Novel Study
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to your copy of 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry as needed.
1. What is the name of the protagonist in 'The Giver'?
Asher
Jonas
Gabriel
The Giver
2. What is the primary role of the Receiver of Memory?
To assign jobs to the Twelves
To make important decisions for the community
To hold all the memories of the past
To care for the Old
3. The ceremony where children receive their bicycles is called the Ceremony of the .
4. When Jonas first sees color, he sees the color in an apple.
5. The practice of releasing members of the community is referred to as .
6. The community in 'The Giver' values individuality and personal expression.
True
False
7. The Giver transmits memories to Jonas through spoken words.
True
False
8. Describe the role of 'Sameness' in Jonas's community and explain its purpose.
9. What is one memory Jonas receives that brings him great joy, and how does it affect him?
10. Imagine you are Jonas after receiving several memories from The Giver. Write a journal entry describing your feelings about your community and the concept of 'Sameness' now that you understand what has been lost. Include specific details from the book to support your thoughts.