Vocabulary Flashcards from The Giver (Chapters 1-5)

A collection of flashcards covering key vocabulary from Chapters 1-5 of The Giver.

What does 'worried' mean in the context of The Giver?

Feeling scared about what might happen.

What is meant by 'home' in The Giver?

A place where people live.

What does it mean to be 'released' in the community of The Giver?

To let go or be expelled.

What does 'rule-breaking' refer to?

When someone breaks a rule.

What is the definition of 'punish'?

To tell someone they did something wrong.

What is a 'warning'?

Telling someone to be careful.

What does 'surprising' mean in The Giver?

When something happens that you don't expect.

What does it mean to be 'careful'?

Doing something with great care.

What is a 'break'?

A short rest or pause from something hard.

What does 'routine' refer to?

Something you do the same way every time.

What does 'exact' mean?

Being very correct and accurate.

What does it mean to be 'upset'?

Feeling sad or disappointed.

What is the definition of a 'caretaker'?

Someone who takes care of babies.

What are 'feelings' referred to in The Giver?

New emotions that people start to feel.

What does the term 'jobs' mean in The Giver?

The work that people are given to do.