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What does Jonas learn about when he takes some of the pain from The Giver?
What does Jonas learn about when he takes some of the pain from The Giver?
Warfare
How does The Giver feel after transmitting the memory?
How does The Giver feel after transmitting the memory?
The Giver felt bad
How is Jonas feeling after receiving the memory of war from The Giver?
How is Jonas feeling after receiving the memory of war from The Giver?
Doesn't want to be the receiver
What does The Giver do to help Jonas deal with the painful memory of war?
What does The Giver do to help Jonas deal with the painful memory of war?
What is The Giver's favorite memory and what things and feelings does Jonas experience?
What is The Giver's favorite memory and what things and feelings does Jonas experience?
What does Jonas do for the first time after his training for the day?
What does Jonas do for the first time after his training for the day?
How has Jonas been able to get Gabe to sleep at night?
How has Jonas been able to get Gabe to sleep at night?
What does Jonas decide to stop taking?
What does Jonas decide to stop taking?
What can Jonas now see at all times?
What can Jonas now see at all times?
How does Jonas react when he realizes that his groupmates are pretending to play war?
How does Jonas react when he realizes that his groupmates are pretending to play war?
What was the failed receiver's name?
What was the failed receiver's name?
What feeling did The Giver have for Rosemary?
What feeling did The Giver have for Rosemary?
What happened to the community after Rosemary was released?
What happened to the community after Rosemary was released?
What does Jonas see his father do to the twin that weighed less?
What does Jonas see his father do to the twin that weighed less?
What happened to Rosemary when she applied for and was granted release?
What happened to Rosemary when she applied for and was granted release?
How does Jonas feel when he learns about the meaning of release?
How does Jonas feel when he learns about the meaning of release?
What's Jonas's reaction to finding out Father has been instructed to lie about release?
What's Jonas's reaction to finding out Father has been instructed to lie about release?
What is the plan Jonas and The Giver come up with?
What is the plan Jonas and The Giver come up with?
What role will The Giver play in the plan?
What role will The Giver play in the plan?
What can Jonas no longer hear?
What can Jonas no longer hear?
What is the goal of the escape plan?
What is the goal of the escape plan?
What is the name of The Giver's daughter?
What is the name of The Giver's daughter?
Who does Jonas call out to when saying goodbye?
Who does Jonas call out to when saying goodbye?
Why does Jonas have to leave earlier than planned?
Why does Jonas have to leave earlier than planned?
How do Gabe and Jonas avoid the heat-seeking planes?
How do Gabe and Jonas avoid the heat-seeking planes?
What types of pain is Jonas experiencing?
What types of pain is Jonas experiencing?
What are some examples of physical pain Jonas experiences?
What are some examples of physical pain Jonas experiences?
Who is Jonas worried about the most as he is escaping?
Who is Jonas worried about the most as he is escaping?
How does Jonas revive his strength?
How does Jonas revive his strength?
What is at the top of the hill Jonas has to climb?
What is at the top of the hill Jonas has to climb?
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Study Notes
Pain and Memory
- Jonas learns about warfare when he takes on some of the pain transmitted from The Giver.
- The Giver experiences feelings of badness after sharing painful memories, such as war.
- After receiving the memory of war, Jonas feels a strong aversion to being the Receiver.
Coping Mechanisms
- To help Jonas cope with painful memories, The Giver transmits joyful memories, including Christmas.
- Through this joyful memory, Jonas feels warmth, family connections, and celebration.
Changes in Behavior
- After his training, Jonas lies to his parents for the first time, indicating a shift in his openness.
- He helps Gabe sleep at night by sending him happy memories, showcasing his nurturing side.
- Jonas decides to stop taking the daily pill that suppresses emotions and awareness of color.
Community Dynamics
- Jonas becomes upset when he sees his peers pretending to play war, recalling his painful memory of conflict.
- The failed Receiver, Rosemary, elicited feelings of love from The Giver and had significant consequences after her release—her memories flooded the community.
Dark Realizations
- Jonas witnesses his father's cruel act of injecting a twin to carry out the community's practice of euthanasia.
- He feels terrible pain when he learns the true meaning of "release," which compounds his emotional turmoil.
- Discovering that his father is instructed to lie about release deeply distresses Jonas.
Escape Plan
- Jonas and The Giver devise a plan for Jonas to escape the community to instigate change.
- The Giver will remain behind to aid the community from within while Jonas departs.
The Journey
- Jonas cannot hear music, symbolizing the loss of richness in life within his community.
- The escape’s goal is to incite change and awaken the community to its suppressed emotions and memories.
- Jonas bids farewell to The Giver, emphasizing the bond between them.
Circumstances of Escape
- Jonas leaves earlier than planned to protect Gabe from being released.
- They avoid detection from heat-seeking planes by using the memory of snow to camouflage themselves against warmth.
Struggles During Escape
- Jonas endures various types of pain: physical, mental, and emotional.
- Examples of physical pain include a sprained ankle, highlighting the physical toll of his journey.
- His greatest concern during the escape is the safety of Gabe, showing his protective nature.
- To regain strength, Jonas recalls memories of sunshine, which rejuvenates him.
Climactic Symbol
- At the top of the hill that Jonas climbs, he finds a sled, symbolizing both a challenge and a potential for hope.
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