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Why does the attendant's behavior surprise Jonas?
Why does the attendant's behavior surprise Jonas?
No one had ever stood to acknowledge Jonas' presence.
What was the explanation for the locks? Why are they unusual?
What was the explanation for the locks? Why are they unusual?
The locks ensure The Receiver's privacy so that he may concentrate. No other doors in the community are locked.
Describe The Receiver.
Describe The Receiver.
He wears special clothing that Elders wear. He is wrinkled, and his light eyes are surrounded by dark circles.
What is the job of the Receiver?
What is the job of the Receiver?
What happens to Jonas when he tries to make the standard community apology?
What happens to Jonas when he tries to make the standard community apology?
Describe how the memory is given to Jonas.
Describe how the memory is given to Jonas.
What does Jonas perceive in the memory of snow?
What does Jonas perceive in the memory of snow?
What happens to The Receiver's memory when he gives it to Jonas?
What happens to The Receiver's memory when he gives it to Jonas?
What other pleasant memory does Jonas receive?
What other pleasant memory does Jonas receive?
What is the first painful memory Jonas receives?
What is the first painful memory Jonas receives?
What does the old Receiver of Memory tell Jonas to call him?
What does the old Receiver of Memory tell Jonas to call him?
What does Jonas dream about?
What does Jonas dream about?
How are the Old punished?
How are the Old punished?
Why do the faces change for Jonas at the Ceremony?
Why do the faces change for Jonas at the Ceremony?
Why does Jonas think the lack of color is 'unfair'?
Why does Jonas think the lack of color is 'unfair'?
Why does Jonas touch Asher? What is Asher's response?
Why does Jonas touch Asher? What is Asher's response?
What memory does Jonas receive?
What memory does Jonas receive?
What happened when the previous Receiver-in-training failed?
What happened when the previous Receiver-in-training failed?
How is the new memory of a sled ride different?
How is the new memory of a sled ride different?
Why does Jonas feel lonely that evening?
Why does Jonas feel lonely that evening?
Why does the phrase 'Back and back and back' suddenly seem ominous to Jonas?
Why does the phrase 'Back and back and back' suddenly seem ominous to Jonas?
What release is Jonas' father preparing for?
What release is Jonas' father preparing for?
What happens to Larissa?
What happens to Larissa?
How does Jonas quiet Gabriel when he wakes?
How does Jonas quiet Gabriel when he wakes?
What memory does The Giver give to Jonas?
What memory does The Giver give to Jonas?
What does Jonas learn from the birthday memory?
What does Jonas learn from the birthday memory?
Which memory is The Giver's favorite?
Which memory is The Giver's favorite?
Which new words, concepts, or emotions does Jonas learn in this memory?
Which new words, concepts, or emotions does Jonas learn in this memory?
What do Jonas' parents tell him when he asks if they love him?
What do Jonas' parents tell him when he asks if they love him?
What is Jonas' first lie to his parents?
What is Jonas' first lie to his parents?
Study Notes
Jonas' Unusual Experiences
- Jonas is surprised by the attendant's behavior as it is the first time someone acknowledges his presence in the community.
- The Receiver's door is uniquely locked to ensure privacy for transmitting memories, unlike any other door in the community.
The Receiver's Characteristics
- The Receiver, an important figure, wears special Elder clothing and exhibits wrinkles with dark circles around his light eyes.
- His primary role is to transmit memories to Jonas, an essential part of Jonas’ training.
Memory Transmission Process
- Jonas receives his first memory of snow while lying down; the Receiver places a hand on his back during this process.
- The act of memory transmission means that while Jonas gains experiences, the Receiver loses those memories upon transmission.
Introduction of New Concepts
- In addition to snow, pleasant memories like sunshine are given to Jonas, as well as painfully significant experiences such as sunburn.
- The old Receiver prefers to be called "The Giver."
Emergence of Emotions and Color
- Jonas dreams of sledding, which signifies a sense of adventure and exploration beyond his controlled environment.
- He begins to notice emotional nuances, such as seeing red tones in people’s skin, which makes him question the community's lack of color and, consequently, choices.
Pain and Loneliness
- Jonas receives a painful memory of elephant poachers, witnessing grief, which deepens his understanding of loss and sorrow.
- The isolation from family is profound for Jonas as he realizes they have never experienced pain, creating a barrier to sharing his feelings.
Concepts of Release and Change
- The term "release" becomes ominous for Jonas when it pertains to his father's preparation for the release of a twin.
- When Larissa is released, it brings a stark realization of the community's approaches to life and death.
Emotional Learning
- Through the memories of war, Jonas encounters human suffering, which contrasts sharply with his community's sanitized existence.
- A birthday memory teaches Jonas about individuality, celebration, and the significance of being valued as a person.
Family and Love
- Jonas learns about familial bonds and concepts such as grandparents and love, yet when he inquires about love, his parents dismiss it as an inappropriate term.
- His first lie to his parents reflects his growing awareness and inner conflict regarding emotions and truths in a controlled society.
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