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Questions and Answers
What is the name of the protagonist in The Giver?
What position is Jonas selected to inherit in the novel?
What concept has the society in The Giver converted to in order to eliminate pain and strife?
What has the society lacked in an effort to preserve order?
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What did The Giver win in 1994 for its literary merit?
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Study Notes
The Giver Study Notes
Protagonist and Plot
- The protagonist of The Giver is Jonas.
- Jonas is selected to inherit the position of Receiver of Memory.
Society and Concepts
- The society in The Giver has converted all pain and strife into "Sameness".
- The society has lacked emotions, love, and colors in an effort to preserve order and maintain peace.
Awards and Recognition
- The Giver won the Newbery Medal in 1994 for its literary merit.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the iconic dystopian novel 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry. Explore the themes, characters, and events in this thought-provoking story as you answer questions about the utopian-turned-dystopian society depicted in the book.