Challenging Authority: The Giver

Lesson 11
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ELA

Unit 2

6th Grade

Lesson 11 of 32

Objective


Explain how specific words and phrases develop mood, tone, and meaning in Chapters 18 and 19 of The Giver.

Readings and Materials


  • Book: The Giver by Lois Lowry  — Chapters 18-19

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

What is the mood of the release scene? Remember, mood is related to the emotions the reader experiences. How does Father’s tone help to develop this mood? Use the word “juxtaposition” in your response.

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Key Questions


Close Read Questions

  • What is The Giver’s tone as he talks with Jonas about release on pages 182–186? How does this compare with Jonas’ tone on these pages? What specific words and phrases help to develop these tones?

  • Consider the way that Jonas’ father speaks to the newchild during the release. What is his tone? What words and phrases help develop this tone?

Discussion Questions

  • How has today’s reading changed the way that Jonas sees his father? How has it changed the way you see his father?

Exit Ticket

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Vocabulary


Text-based

implore

v.

desperately beg someone to do something.

Academic

juxtaposition

n.

when two things or concepts are placed side by side to emphasize the difference between them.

Homework


To ensure that students are prepared for the next lesson, have students complete the following reading for homework. Use guidance from the next lesson to identify any additional language or background support students may need while independently engaging with the text.

  • Book: The Giver by Lois Lowry  — Chapters 20-21

While reading, answer the following questions.

  • What plan do Jonas and The Giver make? What is the purpose of this plan?

  • What will The Giver do in the future? Why?

  • What does The Giver tell Jonas about the previous receiver?

  • Why does Jonas make the decision to put the plan into place early?

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Common Core Standards


  • RL.6.4 — Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

Supporting Standards

L.6.5
L.6.5.c
L.6.6
RL.6.1
RL.6.2
RL.6.4
RL.6.5
RL.6.10
SL.6.1
SL.6.6
W.6.1
W.6.1.a
W.6.1.b
W.6.4
W.6.9
W.6.9.a
W.6.10
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