Chapter 4 Quiz — The Giver

by Lois Lowry

Comprehension Quiz: Chapter 4

Where does Jonas choose to volunteer in Chapter 4?

• The Nurturing Center where his father works with newchildren
• The House of the Old where elderly residents are cared for
• The Department of Justice where rule infractions are reviewed
• The Recreation Center where children spend their free time

What specific task does Jonas perform during his volunteer shift?

• He reads stories aloud to a group of elderly residents
• He helps organize medications and medical supplies
• He bathes an elderly woman named Larissa
• He serves meals to the residents in the dining hall

What was Roberto's occupation before he came to the House of the Old?

• He served as a Nurturer caring for newchildren at the center
• He worked as an Instructor of Elevens and served on the Planning Committee
• He was assigned as a Pilot who transported goods between communities
• He held the position of Chief Elder during two consecutive terms

What is the 'Telling' during a release ceremony?

• A formal recounting of the released person's life story and accomplishments
• A private confession of the person's regrets shared only with the Elders
• A reading from the community's Book of Rules before the person departs
• A public announcement of the person's replacement in their former role

Why does Larissa contrast Roberto's release with Edna's release?

• Because Edna's ceremony was canceled due to a scheduling conflict
• Because Edna's life story was considered boring and unremarkable
• Because Edna refused to give a farewell speech to the community
• Because Edna's family protested the release and caused a disruption

What does Larissa say happens at the moment of actual release?

• The person is given a special injection to help them feel calm
• The person walks through a door in the Releasing Room and no one knows what happens next
• The person boards a vehicle that takes them to a different community
• The person is escorted by Elders to a private room for a final ceremony

How long are children required to volunteer before the Ceremony of Twelve?

• Two years, starting when they become Tens
• Three years, starting when they become Nines
• Four years, starting when they become Eights
• Five years, starting when they become Sevens

How is Jonas's approach to volunteering different from most of his peers?

• He consistently refuses to complete his hours on time each month
• He has volunteered at many different places instead of focusing on one
• He only volunteers at locations where his parents already work
• He completes double the required hours to impress the Committee of Elders

Where are the children's volunteer hours officially recorded?

• At the Ceremony of Twelve by the Chief Elder personally
• At the Hall of Open Records where all data is stored
• At each volunteer location by the supervising adult
• At the children's school by their primary instructor

According to a rumor among the children, what happened to an Eleven who had not completed volunteer hours?

• He was given an extra year to finish before receiving an Assignment
• He was publicly announced as incomplete and did not receive an Assignment
• He was immediately released from the community for disobedience
• He was reassigned to a lower age group until his hours were done

What expression does Larissa say was on Roberto's face as he was released?

• A look of deep sadness and reluctance about leaving
• A look of great happiness and contentment
• A look of confusion as if he did not understand
• A look of calm indifference without visible emotion

Which elements are included in a release ceremony? Select the most complete answer.

• Only the Telling of the person's life story and a brief farewell
• The Telling, a toast, chanting the anthem, and the person's farewell speech
• A private meeting with the Elders followed by a community announcement
• A medical examination, the Telling, and a farewell dinner for family only

What does Jonas's gentle care while bathing Larissa reveal about his character?

• He is primarily motivated by earning recognition from the Elders for his service
• He is naturally empathetic and compassionate toward others
• He is uncomfortable with physical contact and tries to finish quickly
• He is following strict protocol without genuine personal investment

Comprehension Quiz