The Giver Chapters 10-16 Review

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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?

The locks ensure The Receiver's privacy so that he may concentrate. No other doors in the community are locked.

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?

He must transmit his memories to Jonas. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Jonas when he tries to make the standard community apology?

The Receiver tells him that he does not have time for apologies. Signup and view all the answers

Describe how the memory is given to Jonas.

Jonas lies down on the bed. The Receiver places his hand on Jonas' bare back. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas perceive in the memory of snow?

He perceives cold air, snow, a sled, a hill, and runners. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to The Receiver's memory when he gives it to Jonas?

When the Receiver transmits memories to Jonas, he no longer has them. Signup and view all the answers

What other pleasant memory does Jonas receive?

Sunshine. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first painful memory Jonas receives?

Sunburn. Signup and view all the answers

What does the old Receiver of Memory tell Jonas to call him?

The Giver. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas dream about?

He dreams about sledding down the snow-covered hill. In the dream, he has the feeling that there is a destination beyond where the sled stopped in the thick snow. Signup and view all the answers

How are the Old punished?

The Old are disciplined with a discipline wand as small children are disciplined. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the faces change for Jonas at the Ceremony?

Jonas was seeing red tones in the audience members' skin. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas think the lack of color is 'unfair'?

Jonas thinks that, if people had color, they'd also have choices. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas touch Asher? What is Asher's response?

Jonas wants to transmit the memory of red to Asher. Because it is rude to touch anyone outside the family, Asher was worried something was wrong. Signup and view all the answers

What memory does Jonas receive?

Jonas sees elephant poachers kill an elephant. He also watches as the surviving elephant grieves for the death. Signup and view all the answers

What happened when the previous Receiver-in-training failed?

The memories she had been given were returned to the community. Signup and view all the answers

How is the new memory of a sled ride different?

Jonas has a sledding accident and injures his leg badly. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas feel lonely that evening?

Jonas feels lonely because he realizes that no one in his family has ever known pain. He can't share the pain with them. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the phrase 'Back and back and back' suddenly seem ominous to Jonas?

He realizes nothing is ever going to change just as nothing has ever changed. Signup and view all the answers

What release is Jonas' father preparing for?

One of the twins. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Larissa?

She is released. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas quiet Gabriel when he wakes?

Jonas accidentally transmits a memory to Gabe while patting him on the back and recalling the sailing memory. Signup and view all the answers

What memory does The Giver give to Jonas?

A memory of war with carnage and bloodshed. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas learn from the birthday memory?

Jonas learns how it feels to be celebrated and honored as a unique individual. Signup and view all the answers

Which memory is The Giver's favorite?

A Christmas memory of a family. Signup and view all the answers

Which new words, concepts, or emotions does Jonas learn in this memory?

Family, grandparents, and love. Signup and view all the answers

What do Jonas' parents tell him when he asks if they love him?

They tell him it is inappropriate to use a generalized and obsolete word like 'love.' Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonas' first lie to his parents?

He lies when he says that he understands why it is inappropriate to use the word 'love.' Signup and view all the answers

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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