The Giver Chapter 8 Flashcards

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What had Jonas's mind shut out?

the anticipation, excitement, pride, happy kinship with friends

Now, what was the only emotion Jonas felt?

humiliation and terror

What was Jonas's clapping?

a meaningless gesture that he wasn't even aware of

Why did the Chief Elder apologize to the community?

causing them anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What did the Chief Elder apologize to Jonas for?

causing him anguish Signup and view all the answers

In his own dwelling, what type of walk did Jonas practice?

a jaunty, self-assured walk Signup and view all the answers

Describe Jonas as he walked to the stage.

feet felt weighty and clumsy, willed himself to stand & go forward to the platform Signup and view all the answers

What had Jonas been selected to become?

Receiver of Memory Signup and view all the answers

Why is Jonas's Assignment very rare?

has only ONE Receiver & he is the ONLY one who trains his successor Signup and view all the answers

Who was the man that Jonas had never seen to notice before sitting with the Committee of Elders?

a bearded man with pale eyes (the Giver) Signup and view all the answers

How long ago was the committee's last selection?

ten years ago (when Jonas was a toddler) Signup and view all the answers

What do the committee sometimes worry about?

that one assigned might not develop every attribute necessary even through training Signup and view all the answers

Because the Receiver-in-training cannot be observed, what had the selection be?

sound, unanimous choice of the Committee, have no doubts Signup and view all the answers

What is the most honored job in the community?

Receiver of Memory Signup and view all the answers

What are the four qualities the Receiver must have?

intelligence, integrity, courage, wisdom Signup and view all the answers

What quality did Jonas not yet possess?

wisdom Signup and view all the answers

Why is courage required?

training required of Jonas involves physical pain Signup and view all the answers

Why is the physical pain indescribable?

pain had a magnitude that none of the community can comprehend because it's beyond their experience Signup and view all the answers

What is the one quality that the Chief Elder cannot understand?

Capacity to See Beyond Signup and view all the answers

When Jonas turned to look at the audience, what happened?

they changed (like the apple) Signup and view all the answers

What had the community started doing after Jonas was named Receiver of Memory?

chanting his name Signup and view all the answers

What was the community doing with the chant?

accepting him and his new role, giving him life Signup and view all the answers

What had Jonas's heart swelled with?

gratitude and pride and fear Signup and view all the answers

What was Jonas scared of?

did not know what the selection meant, did not know what he was to become or what was to become of him Signup and view all the answers

What made Jonas feel a 'tiny silver of sureness for the first time'?

when the sea of faces changed like the apple Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jonas's Emotions

Initially, Jonas's emotions were shut out, suppressing feelings like anticipation, excitement, pride, and connection with friends.
The only emotions Jonas felt after the selection were humiliation and terror.

Chief Elder's Role

The Chief Elder apologized to the community for causing anxiety during the selection process.
An apology was also directed at Jonas specifically, acknowledging the anguish his selection caused him.

Jonas's Behavior

Jonas clapped unconsciously, unaware that it was a meaningless gesture.
As he walked to the stage, he felt his feet weighted and clumsy, forcing himself to move forward.

Selection Process

Jonas was selected to become the Receiver of Memory, a prestigious and unique role in the community.
The position of Receiver is rare, as only one individual holds the role at a time, and Jonas is the sole trainee for his successor.

Community Concerns

The Committee of Elders harbored worries that an assigned individual might not develop all necessary attributes despite training.
The last selection by the committee occurred ten years prior, marking a significant gap since Jonas's selection.

Attributes of a Receiver

The most honored job in the community is the Receiver of Memory, requiring attributes such as intelligence, integrity, courage, and wisdom.
Jonas has not yet acquired the quality of wisdom, a crucial trait for his new role.

Training Challenges

Courage is essential for Jonas due to the nature of his training, which involves experiencing physical pain.
The pain experienced during training is beyond the comprehension of the community, emphasizing its severity.

Capacity to See Beyond

The Chief Elder struggles to understand the quality known as Capacity to See Beyond, which is vital for the Receiver.

Transformation of the Audience

When Jonas looked at the audience, their appearance shifted, reminiscent of the apple's change.
After being named the Receiver of Memory, the community began chanting Jonas's name, symbolizing acceptance of his new role.

Jonas's Inner Conflict

Jonas's heart swelled with a mix of gratitude, pride, and fear, illustrating his complex emotions about the selection.
He felt scared and uncertain about what his new role entailed and what future changes it might bring.

Moments of Clarity

A moment of clarity for Jonas emerged when he witnessed the audience transform, similar to the apple, giving him a sense of sureness amidst his fears.

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Test your understanding of Chapter 8 from 'The Giver' through these flashcards. Each card focuses on significant emotions and key events that shape Jonas's experience. Dive deeper into the themes and feelings expressed in this pivotal chapter.