The Giver Chapter 10 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How does the attendant show respect for Jonas?

He stands up when Jonas enters the room.

How is The Receiver's dwelling similar to Jonas's dwelling?

They have all the same furniture: a bed, table and desk.

How is The Receiver's dwelling different from Jonas's dwelling?

The Receiver's dwelling has all the same items, but they are all nicer than Jonas's. The Receiver also has many books, where Jonas only has three.

Describe how Jonas and The Receiver are to work together.

The Receiver is to transmit all the memories of the world to Jonas, so Jonas has them. Signup and view all the answers

What memories does The Receiver possess?

All the memories since the beginning of time. Signup and view all the answers

What does The Receiver say to Jonas that changes his perception of the world?

That there were memories from before their own lifetime, and from places other than The Community. Signup and view all the answers

What is The Receiver comparing to snow? What kind of literary device is this?

He is comparing the feeling of having a memory to snow. It is a simile because it uses like or as. Signup and view all the answers

What does The Receiver do with the speaker? Why does this shock Jonas?

He turns the speaker off. This shocks Jonas because Jonas's family does not have an 'off' switch on their speaker. Signup and view all the answers

How does The Receiver transmit a memory to Jonas?

He puts his hands on Jonas's back. Signup and view all the answers

What memory does The Receiver transmit?

A memory of sledding down a hill in the cold. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Attendant's Respect

The attendant stands up upon Jonas's entrance, indicating respect for his position.

Receiver's Dwelling Comparison

Both The Receiver's and Jonas's dwellings contain similar furniture, including a bed, table, and desk.
The Receiver's items are of higher quality than those in Jonas's dwelling.

Difference in Book Collection

The Receiver possesses numerous books, contrasting Jonas's limited collection of just three.

Jonas and The Receiver's Collaboration

The Receiver's role is to transmit the memories of the world to Jonas, ensuring he gains knowledge beyond his immediate experience.

Scope of Memories

The Receiver holds all memories from the beginning of time, providing a vast reservoir of experiences.

Transformation in Perception

The Receiver reveals to Jonas that memories exist from before their lifetime and outside their community, expanding Jonas's understanding of reality.

Simile and Memory

The Receiver likens the sensation of recalling a memory to snow, illustrating the impact of memories through a simile.

Speaker's Functionality

The Receiver switches off the speaker, surprising Jonas, as his family’s speaker lacks an “off” function, suggesting different levels of personal privacy.

Memory Transmission Method

The Receiver conveys a memory to Jonas by placing his hands on Jonas's back, indicating a direct transfer of experiences.

Specific Memory Shared

The initial memory transmitted by The Receiver is of sledding down a hill in cold conditions, introducing Jonas to the joy of physical sensations and experiences.

Description

Test your knowledge of key concepts from Chapter 10 of 'The Giver'. This quiz covers important details about the interactions between Jonas and the attendant, as well as the similarities and differences in their dwellings. Perfect for studying or review!