The Giver Chapters 18-20 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the difference between Jonas, Rosemary, and The Giver's rules for release?

Jonas can't apply, Rosemary could apply, The Giver can apply after training is done.

What does The Giver say about Rosemary regarding pain?

But everything changed, once she knew about pain. I could see it in her eyes.

What helped explain why Rosemary decided to apply for release?

No. And I didn't give her physical pain. But I gave her loneliness. And I gave her loss.

How did the memories once 'overwhelm the community'?

Upon Rosemary's release, the community received feelings they had never experienced before. Signup and view all the answers

Where are the recordings of release held?

Hall of Closed Records Signup and view all the answers

What did Jonas watch his father perform a release on?

a video screen Signup and view all the answers

Where is a release performed on a twin?

small, windowless room Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas's father call the smaller twin set for release?

a shrimp Signup and view all the answers

What understanding does Jonas gain from the memory of the soldier?

This quote shows that Jonas understands what it means to die or be killed. Signup and view all the answers

What was Jonas's reaction after seeing the release?

shocked, angry, horrified Signup and view all the answers

What does The Giver say about Fiona?

She's very efficient at her work, you red-haired friend. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas now understand about Fiona after The Giver's comment?

Fiona kills the elderly. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't The Giver leave the community?

He's weak and doesn't want to leave the community unprotected from the memories. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'hearing beyond'?

the ability to hear music Signup and view all the answers

What plan do The Giver and Jonas come up with to help him leave the community?

During the ceremony, The Giver will help Jonas escape by faking his death in the river. Signup and view all the answers

What is the reasoning behind releasing one twin?

The sameness of the twins would be confusing. Signup and view all the answers

How was the twin released?

Jonas's father lethally injects the baby in a forehead vein. Signup and view all the answers

What did The Giver say about Rosemary's release?

She injected herself and he was unable to watch. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas believe about his father before watching the release?

He is kind and loving. Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter shows the climax of the novel?

Chapter 20 Signup and view all the answers

How has Jonas's feelings about his family changed?

He resents them and thinks they are lying when they talk about their work - especially his father. Signup and view all the answers

How long was Rosemary in training?

5 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What specific emotion does The Giver say he felt for Rosemary?

Love Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Release and Its Implications

Jonas is unable to apply for release, while Rosemary had the option but chose to pursue it after experiencing pain.
The Giver can apply for release only after completing his training, highlighting the different privileges among them.
Rosemary's awareness of pain significantly altered her perception of life, indicating a deep connection between knowledge and emotional suffering.

Memories and Community Effects

Upon Rosemary's release, the community faced overwhelming feelings and memories previously unknown, shifting their emotional landscape.
The Hall of Closed Records contains documentation of releases, where Jonas observes a release ceremony performed by his father on a twin.
A video screen is utilized to document the release ceremony, demonstrating how the community monitors such events.

Jonas's Discoveries

Jonas witnesses a release incident in a small, windowless room, which highlights the stark reality of the community's practices.
His father's perception of the smaller twin as "a shrimp" underscores the dehumanization of the release process.
A poignant memory resurfaces for Jonas while watching the release, making him grasp the true meaning of death and loss.

Emotional Reactions and Insights

After witnessing the release, Jonas experiences a profound shock, anger, and horror, shattering his previous notions of his father's kindness.
The Giver comments on Fiona's efficiency at her work, revealing his disillusionment about her role in the community's system of releasing the elderly.
Jonas learns that Fiona is involved in the deaths of the elderly, further complicating his feelings of trust towards his community.

Plans for Change

The Giver expresses reluctance to leave the community, fearing that his absence will expose the community to uncontrollable memories and chaos.
"Hearing beyond" refers to Jonas's developing ability to perceive music, symbolizing his increasing depth of understanding.
Jonas and The Giver devise a plan for Jonas to escape, intending to simulate his death during the ceremony by drowning in the river.

Understanding Release Procedures

A twin is released to eliminate confusion regarding their sameness, enforcing the community's philosophy of uniformity.
The lethal injection method used by Jonas's father to execute the release signifies the cold detachment present in the community's practices.
The Giver reveals that Rosemary injected herself, emphasizing the emotional toll of her choice and The Giver's inability to intervene.

Shifts in Relationships

Jonas's perception of his father transforms from kind and loving to resentful and distrustful after witnessing the release ceremony.
Rosemary's training lasted only five weeks, a brief period that ended tragically, underlining the harsh realities of the community's system.
The Giver acknowledges his love for Rosemary, indicating the depth of their bond and the pain caused by her loss.

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Explore key concepts and differences concerning release in chapters 18 to 20 of 'The Giver'. This quiz focuses on the characters Jonas, Rosemary, and The Giver’s perspectives on pain and loneliness. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of these critical themes.