a. Read Chapter 2
b. Note Taking and Summarizing Page
Chapter Note-Taking and Summary Document.docx
C. Comprehension Check
Directions: To help you understand all aspects of the novel, answer the following
questions for Chapters. Write your answers on a separate piece of paper using
complete sentences or copy and respond to the questions in the comments section.
Chapter Two
1. Contrast why December is eventful in Jonas’s society with why December is eventful
in our society.
2. Describe and assess the Ceremony for the Ones. Do you agree or disagree with the
community’s way of handling birthdays? How?
3. Explain how babies are placed with families. What do you think about this
arrangement? Do you think it is good or bad for the children? Explain your
response.
4. Analyze where and how newchildren live until they are one. How could this affect
their development?
5. Show how Father attempts to enhance Gabriel’s nurturing.
6. Which rule is frequently broken?
7. How are rules changed in the community? How frequently does this occur?
8. Who is the most important Elder?
9. Explain how and when Assignments are made.
10. What do you think would happen if a citizen did not want to do his/her Assignment?
What Assignment do you think you would be given?
11. Why do you think that individual birthdays are not celebrated? Why is age not
important after becoming a Twelve?
12. Decide when and where the novel occurs. Could a society like this one actually be
created? Explain your position.