The Giver Chapters 11-18 Review

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What memory does the Receiver decide to share with Jonas?

the memory of snow

Describe Jonas's memory experience and how he feels about it.

he thought the snow, sledding and hills were exciting

How does transmitting the memory make The Giver feel?

he feels lighter and tired

Why are the snow and hills new experiences for Jonas?

they were removed from the community when they went to Sameness Signup and view all the answers

What did The Giver say about power and honor in reference to his position?

great honor but no power Signup and view all the answers

What was Jonas's second experience? Why was it painful?

sunshine, pain when sunburned Signup and view all the answers

What led to the disaster of the previous Receiver?

she was given too many painful memories Signup and view all the answers

How is Gabe progressing at Jonas's house?

he doesn't sleep well at night Signup and view all the answers

How did The Giver help Jonas understand the concept of color?

showed him a red book and talked about Fiona's hair Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas feel about the elimination (taking away) of color in the community?

he thinks it is wrong Signup and view all the answers

Why did the community make the decision to remove color?

trying to make life easier with fewer choices Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Jonas tried to share a memory with Lily?

she complains he is hurting her and she doesn't believe him Signup and view all the answers

Why is The Giver's life so lonely?

he can't share anything with anyone Signup and view all the answers

Did The Giver ever get married? What happened to the marriage?

yes, but it was too difficult because he was not allowed to share anything with her Signup and view all the answers

Why does the community have a Receiver's job?

the memories are too painful for the community members Signup and view all the answers

What unusual occurrence happened when Jonas took over the care of Gabe at night?

Jonas gave away a memory to Gabe Signup and view all the answers

Which war do you think is occurring in the transferred memory?

Civil War Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the horse in the memory of war?

the horse falls and dies Signup and view all the answers

What is going on in the war memory with the blond-haired boy?

he is thirsty and coughs up blood Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Giver's favorite memory that he gave to Jonas. What emotion is attached to this memory?

The Giver's favorite memory is Christmas. The emotion attached to this memory is love Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas find unusual about the elderly couple in the Christmas memory?

they are called 'grandparents' and he doesn't understand that word Signup and view all the answers

How did Jonas's parents react when he asked if they love him?

he was using the wrong language Signup and view all the answers

How did Jonas react to the war game that the children were playing? Why?

he had a breakdown because he knows what war really is Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jonas's father bring home a discipline wand?

to teach Gabe to behave Signup and view all the answers

What happens when twins are born?

the heavier one is kept and the smallest is released Signup and view all the answers

What did The Giver reveal about the previous Receiver?

her name was Rosemary, she only stayed for 5 weeks, and she applied for release Signup and view all the answers

Why was Rosemary's release a disaster?

her memories were sent into the community and they could not handle the bad feelings Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Memory Transmission and Jonas's Experience

The Receiver shares the memory of snow with Jonas, introducing new sensory experiences.
Jonas finds snow, sledding, and hills exhilarating, enjoying the thrill of these elements.
The Giver feels lighter yet tired after transmitting memories, highlighting the emotional weight of shared experiences.

Community's Decision and Effects

Snow and hills are novel to Jonas as they were eliminated during the shift to Sameness for easier living with fewer choices.
Color was removed from the community to simplify life, underscoring a value placed on uniformity over diversity.

Painful Memories and The Giver's Role

Jonas's second memory involves sunshine, bringing pain through sunburn, emphasizing the duality of joy and pain in existence.
The previous Receiver faced disaster due to being burdened with excessive painful memories, signaling the strain that emotional weight can have on individuals.

Gabe and Jonas's Connection

Gabe struggles with sleep at Jonas's home, reflecting the emotional turmoil present in their lives.
An unusual event occurs when Jonas transmits a memory to Gabe, indicating a deepening bond between them.

Understanding Emotions and Relationships

The Giver helps Jonas grasp the concept of color through visuals, enhancing Jonas's understanding of the world's richness.
Jonas feels it is wrong that his community has eliminated color, representing his growing awareness of individual expression.

Communication and Isolation

When Jonas tries to share a memory with Lily, she dismisses him, displaying the disconnect between their experiences.
The Giver lives a lonely life, as he cannot share his knowledge or feelings with others, reflecting the burdens of his role.

Personal History and Painful Realities

The Giver was previously married; however, the relationship failed due to his inability to communicate his experiences.
Jonas's father attempts to discipline Gabe with a wand, revealing the community's strict authoritarian practices.

Childhood Games and War

Jonas is disturbed by the war game played by children, having a breakdown from his knowledge of war's true horrors.
A significant memory involves a war scenario where a horse dies, showcasing the violent reality of conflict.

Love and Family

The Giver's cherished memory is of Christmas, infused with feelings of love, which Jonas finds foreign.
Jonas's inquiry about love is met with confusion from his parents, emphasizing the community's constrained emotional vocabulary.

Rosemary and the Impact of Release

Rosemary was the previous Receiver who sought release after five weeks, causing chaos when her memories flooded the community, highlighting the repercussions of emotional trauma on society.
The practice of releasing twins results in the smaller twin being sent away, reinforcing the community's stark decisions on value and existence.

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Test your knowledge on Chapters 11-18 of 'The Giver' with this set of flashcards. Explore key memories and experiences shared between Jonas and The Giver, and understand the emotional impact these moments have on both characters.