1. He had the mental __________ to do well, {but he was lazy, and didn't use it fully}.
2. The lush garden was difficult to ____________ {during the long drought, and most of it died}.
3. With interest _____(ing) daily, your money will grow quickly.
4. The main _______ in The Outsiders is Soc vs. greaser.
5. The counselor's role was to _________ the meeting, {and help things along}.
6. The corporation is a separate ____________ from the people who run it. 

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   revenue, enforce, orient, logic, fundamental, whereas, amend
7. He was too angry to think __________(ally); he let his emotions take over.
8. Unfortunately, there is not much ___________(ment) of the no gum rule.
9. Back in the day, the three ____________ subjects in school were called the 3R's: Readin', (W)Ritin', and (A)Rithmetic.
10. Many seventh graders are a bit (dis)__________(ed) during the first few days of school.

The Giver. Q/A
Quiz on 7-8.

1. When parents want to show special affection for a child, they call him/her by number instead of name.  a) True  b) False
2. Why did the Chief Elder make a joke about chastising Asher's old teacher?  a) Because the teacher was much like Asher.  b) Because that teacher had been released.  c) Because Asher still doesn't speak properly.  d) Because all the students of that teacher are like Asher.  e) NOTA
3. What does the Chief Elder say about the future Twelves' differences in her speech? a) Nothing; it's considered rude to mention differences.  b) The differences have determined the futures of the future Twelves.  c) The differences have stood out more than in previous groups.  d) The differences still need to become sameness.  e) NOTA
4. What is the punishment used for small children?  a) time out  b) comfort object taken away  c) reduced food  d) discipline wand  e) There is no actual punishment, just chastisement.
5. Why was Asher punished as a Three?  a) He was rude.  b) He didn't pay attention.  c) He literally asked for it.  d) He failed several tests.  e) NOTA
6. Why does the Chief Elder say she apologized to the community?   a) She caused them anxiety.   b) She insulted Jonas.   c) She forgot Jonas.   d) She made a mistake.  e) NOTA
7. Why does the Committee of Elders continue to observe Twelves during their training?   a) To make sure they "...present themsleves promptly for chastisement."  b) Because usually one of the Elders has a "dream of uncertainty." c) To make sure that "playfulness and patience" do not become "foolishness and indolence."   d) To make sure they are brave enough.   e) NOTA
8. The most honored job in the community is the Receiver of Memory.  a) True   b) False
9. Which of the following attributes does the Chief Elder say Jonas does not yet possess?  a) Intelligence.   b) Integrity.   c) Courage.   d) Wisdom.   e) She says he has them all.
10. Which attribute is the Chief Elder unable to describe because she does not understand it?  a) Intelligence.   b) Integrity.   c) Courage.   d) Wisdom.  e) NOTA
11. Why is the Chief Elder unable to prepare Jonas for the pain he will experience?  a) It is against the rules.   b) The Receiver of Memory asked her not to.   c) She has not experienced it.   d) She doesn’t want to scare him.   e). NOTA
12. What makes Jonas feel a “tiny sliver of sureness for the first time”?  a) He is not afraid.   b). He has already experienced pain.   c) The crowd changed like the apple.   d) The Chief Elder has confidence in him.    e) NOTA