The Giver Chapters 1-11

5. in a way that shows great attention to detail; very thoroughly
7. a natural ability to do something
9. the loudest point reached in a gradually increasing sound
10. a close-fitting short coat as part of a uniform, especially a police or military uniform
13. Attachment to a person, cause, or belief
15. completing or enhancing something
16. speak tediously in a dull monotonous tone
17. Poke someone with a finger, foot, or pointed object

1. the ability or tendency to float in water or air or some other fluid
2. Siverly punished
3. standing out so as to be clearly visible
4. insolent or rude in speech or behavior
6. Anxious feeling that something bad is going to happen
8. an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense
11. actively break the terms of a law, agreement, etc.
12. characterized by unsystematic partial measures taken over a period of time
14. so intense as to seem almost tangible
18. To get distracted