Which of the following is not a suggested way to build your vocabulary?
a. use the dictionary
b. listen
c. read
d. skim pages

Throughout the giver, author lois lowry renames many everyday terms. eleven-year-olds are "elevens," babies are "newchildren," stuffed animals are "comfort objects," and families are called "family units." what is the purpose of these alternate labels? what effect do they have on the story?