Chapter 2

What is this chapter mainly about?

What does the reader discover in this chapter regarding the babies born in the community?

Which detail in this chapter shows that Jonas's father may not always follow the rules of the community?

Jonas's mother, as a member of the Department of Justice, is responsible for "adherence" to the rules.

What does the word "adherence" mean in this chapter?

What object is each child in the community given when he or she becomes a Nine?

Why does the author include the sentence below?

"When something went to a committee for study, the people always joke about it."

Which statement below best describes the role of The Receiver in the community?

Jonas's dad says that he knew what his "aptitude" was before he even received his Assignment.

What does the word "aptitude" mean?

Based on Jonas's discussion with his parents, what aspect of the Ceremony is he most worried about?

Why does the family laugh when Jonas's father tells Jonas that if someone doesn't like their Assignment, there is an appeal process?