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During what ceremony do people receive their babies?
During what ceremony do people receive their babies?
The Ones
What was the name of the baby that the father was so concerned about?
What was the name of the baby that the father was so concerned about?
Gabriel or Gabe
What was Jonas's sister's name?
What was Jonas's sister's name?
Lily
How old did you have to be to get your first bicycle?
How old did you have to be to get your first bicycle?
What rule was almost always broken by the community and wasn't taken seriously?
What rule was almost always broken by the community and wasn't taken seriously?
What is the most important job in the community?
What is the most important job in the community?
Why was the Ceremony of Twelves the most important ceremony?
Why was the Ceremony of Twelves the most important ceremony?
How did their lives change after the Ceremony of 12's?
How did their lives change after the Ceremony of 12's?
What was Lily's comfort object?
What was Lily's comfort object?
What was Jonas's comfort object?
What was Jonas's comfort object?
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Study Notes
Ceremonies and Important Events
- The Ones is the ceremony where community members receive their babies.
- The Ceremony of Twelves is crucial as it determines individuals' Life Assignments.
Characters and Relationships
- Jonas's sister is named Lily.
- The baby of concern for Jonas's father is Gabriel, often referred to as Gabe.
Community Rules and Practices
- At age nine, children receive their first bicycles.
- A commonly broken rule allows older siblings to teach younger ones how to ride bikes secretly.
Roles in the Community
- The most important role in the community is the Receiver, who is part of the Committee of the Elders.
Changes Post-Ceremony
- After the Ceremony of Twelves, individuals experience restricted recreation time and begin focused training for their assigned roles.
Comfort Objects
- Lily’s comfort object is a stuffed elephant, while Jonas's comfort object is a bear.
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