The Giver: Chapters 18-19 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What was the first question that Jonas asked The Giver in the beginning of chapter 18?

Do you ever think about release.

Why does Jonas almost apologize when The Giver questions him about his question?

Jonas was not specific.

How often does The Giver think about release?

Occasionally.

When does The Giver think about release?

When he is in pain. Signup and view all the answers

When will The Giver be permitted to apply for release?

When the new receiver is trained. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Jonas not looking forward to the end of his training?

It was clear to him what a terribly difficult and lonely life it would be, despite the honor. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Jonas request for release?

It was in his rules. Signup and view all the answers

When did they hammer out rules of Jonas' release?

Ten years ago. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the selection of the previous receiver.

The selection went smoothly enough. The ceremony was held, and the selection was made. The crowd cheered as they did for Jonas. The previous receiver was puzzled and a little frightened. Signup and view all the answers

Who told Jonas that the previous receiver was a female?

His parents. Signup and view all the answers

What was the previous receiver like?

She was a remarkable young woman. Self-possessed and serene. Intelligent and eager to learn. Signup and view all the answers

What was the previous receiver's name?

Rosemary. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas feel about the previous receiver's name?

He likes it. Signup and view all the answers

Where did the previous receiver sit on the first day?

The chair where Jonas sat on the first day. Signup and view all the answers

What were the previous receiver's feelings?

She was eager, excited, and a little scared. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the explanations difficult when The Giver was explaining things to the previous receiver?

They were beyond one's experience. Signup and view all the answers

How did The Giver feel for the previous receiver?

He loved her. Signup and view all the answers

How did the previous receiver feel when her training began?

She was so enthusiastic. So delighted to experience new things. Signup and view all the answers

Describe what happened to the previous receiver.

The Giver had to transfer pain to her. It broke his heart. He gave her five weeks of pleasurable memories, but she wanted to experience everything, so she asked to receive more difficult memories. After a while of memories that consisted of hunger, poverty, loneliness, and terror, the previous receiver left and applied for release. Signup and view all the answers

How many weeks did the previous receiver have her duty?

5 weeks. Signup and view all the answers

What pleasurable memories did the previous receiver collect?

A ride on a merry-go-round, a kitten to play with, and a picnic. Signup and view all the answers

What did The Giver treasure of the previous receiver?

The sound of her laughter in the Annex that had always been so silent. Signup and view all the answers

What was the first memory of pain that the previous receiver collected?

Loneliness. She collected a memory of a child being taken away from his parents. Signup and view all the answers

How could The Giver tell that everything changed once the previous receiver collected a memory of loneliness?

He could tell by her eyes. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the previous receiver insist that The Giver shall not spare her?

It was her duty. Signup and view all the answers

Why did The Giver have to transfer memories of pain to the previous receiver?

It was his job. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the last day the previous receiver lived.

She finished off the day at the Annex by receiving a pleasurable memory. In the Annex, she stood up silently, frowning, as if she was making a decision. Then, the previous receiver hugged The Giver and gave him a kiss on the cheek. Signup and view all the answers

How was The Giver notified that the previous receiver applied for release?

The speaker told him that she had gone directly to and asked to be released. Signup and view all the answers

Why would Jonas never request for release?

The Giver needed a successor, and he had been chosen. Signup and view all the answers

Why was it a disaster when the previous receiver was released?

Once she was released, the memories were available to everyone in the community. Even though there were only a few bad memories, they still overwhelmed the community. They hated it. Signup and view all the answers

Why did The Giver not even try to help the community through the burden of pain?

He was devastated by his own grief at the previous receiver's loss, and his own feeling of failure. Signup and view all the answers

What is the only way that Jonas deals with all the memories?

He has The Giver there to help him. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jonas ask so many questions about release?

His father is releasing a new child today. Signup and view all the answers

How does father select a twin to be released and one twin to stay?

By weight. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas think that they can't have two identical people around?

It would be too confusing. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jonas wish that he could watch the release of the newborn?

He liked the feeling of his father performing the ceremony, and making the little twin clean and comfy. Signup and view all the answers

Why do they never let children watch a release ceremony?

It is very private. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas have the capability of watching a release ceremony?

Jonas is allowed to ask anything because it is part of his training. He has access to everything. Signup and view all the answers

Which ceremonies are recorded?

Private ceremonies. Signup and view all the answers

Where are the private ceremonies' recordings?

The Hall of Closed Records. Signup and view all the answers

What was Jonas afraid about before he watched the release?

His father wouldn't like it if he watched something so private. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the video screen before the release came on.

It had a blank face that began to flicker with zig-zag lines. Then, some numbers appeared; followed by the date and time. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Jonas surprised when he saw the screen?

He did not know that this was available to him. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Jonas astonished and delighted when he saw the screen?

It was available to him. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the room that appeared on the screen.

It was a small, windowless room. It was empty except for a bed, a table with some supplies on it, a scale, and a cupboard. The room had pale carpeting on the floor. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jonas think that they would have it in the auditorium?

So everybody could come. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the uniformed woman that walked through the door behind father during the release?

Father's assistant. Signup and view all the answers

When will father's assistant be finished with her training?

Soon. Signup and view all the answers

Were the newborns males or females?

Males. Signup and view all the answers

What did the first weighed new child weigh?

Six pounds even. Signup and view all the answers

What did the second weighed new child weigh?

Five pounds ten ounces. Signup and view all the answers

What did Father call the second weighed new child?

A shrimp. Signup and view all the answers

What did Father pull out of the cupboard?

A syringe and a small bottle. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process of father releasing the new child.

First, Father brings the twins into the room with his assistant. Second, he weighs each one. Third, he sends the heavier baby with his assistant. Fourth, he filled a syringe with a clear liquid. Fifth, Father injects the syringe into the new child that is skinnier. He injects it into his forehead. Sixth, he cleans up the mess. Seventh, he picked up a small carton and lifted the body into it. He then placed the lid on tightly. Eighth, Father carried the carton to the other side of the room, and he pushed the new child down a chute. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Father inject the needle into the new child's arms?

They're too teeny weeny. Signup and view all the answers

What did Father drop the syringe into?

The waste receptacle. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Jonas recognize the gestures of the new child?

The memory of a boy on a battlefield begging for water as life left his eyes. Signup and view all the answers

What did the previous receiver prefer at her release?

She preferred to inject herself. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jonas and The Giver's Discussion on Release

Jonas begins Chapter 18 by asking The Giver, "Do you ever think about release?"
Jonas hesitates to apologize after The Giver's inquiry, feeling that he was vague.

The Nature of Release

The Giver occasionally thinks about release, primarily during moments of pain.
He is permitted to apply for release only after training a new receiver.

Jonas's Perspective on Training

Jonas dreads the end of his training, recognizing the loneliness and challenge it entails despite its honor.
The rules prohibit Jonas from requesting release, established a decade prior.

Previous Receiver's Selection and Attributes

The previous receiver's selection was celebrated, though she showed confusion and fear.
Jonas's parents reveal that the former receiver, Rosemary, was female and remarkable: self-possessed, serene, and intelligent.

The Experience of the Previous Receiver

Rosemary was excited yet apprehensive at the start of her training.
The Giver loved Rosemary, who was enthusiastic about learning new experiences.

Transition of Memories to Rosemary

The Giver had to transfer painful memories to Rosemary, breaking his heart, as she desired to experience all memory types.
After five weeks of training, Rosemary chose to apply for release due to the overwhelming nature of the painful memories.

Consequences of Rosemary's Release

Upon her release, the memories flooded back to the community, leading to chaos as they struggled to handle new emotions.
The Giver, devastated by her loss, refrained from assisting the community through their pain.

Jonas’s Curiosity About Release

Jonas's inquiries about release intensify as his father is set to release a new child.
He notes that his father selects which twin to keep based on weight due to the community's belief that identicals cause confusion.

The Release Ceremony

Children are not allowed to witness release ceremonies since they are considered private.
Jonas, having access as part of his training, can ask about these proceedings.

Observing the Release

Jonas perceives that the live feed for the release ceremony was a new experience for him, beginning with a flickering screen displaying details of the event.
The room shown was small and devoid of features, containing only minimal supplies.

Father’s Role in the Release

Father's assistant aids during the twin release, weighing each child before determining which to keep.
The lighter twin is injected with a clear liquid via syringe to carry out the release process.

Jonas's Internal Conflict

Jonas experiences an unsettling recognition of the gestures of the new baby, reminiscent of a memory involving suffering in battle.
The previous receiver, Rosemary, preferred to inject herself during her release, showcasing her agency in a tragic choice.

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