The Giver Chapters 19-23 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why did Jonas apologize to the Giver?

He wasted too much time talking about release.

What is the reasoning behind releasing one twin?

It would be confusing if the twins were the same.

Why did the Giver suggest watching the release?

He wanted Jonas to know what 'release' actually meant.

What word did Jonas's father use to describe the lighter twin?

'shrimp' Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the twin was released.

It was injected in a vein in his forehead. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas react to the release?

He was shocked. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Giver say about Rosemary's release?

She injected herself. The Giver said he could not watch it. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you suppose the author chose the father as the character to release the twin?

Jonas sees his father as kind and loving, so it made the impact greater. Signup and view all the answers

What effect do you think this chapter has on the climax of the novel?

It is going to force Jonas to do something against the community. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas view both his father's and Fiona's job?

He thinks or sees their job is to kill people. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jonas lash out at the Giver?

Jonas is upset so he mocks the assistant. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the climax of the novel that happens in this chapter (Chapter 20).

The Giver is making plans for Jonas to leave the community so the community can change. Signup and view all the answers

What do the Giver and Jonas plan to do?

The Giver will help Jonas escape, he will tell them that Jonas drowned in the river and the community will feel the pain of the memories. Signup and view all the answers

How has Jonas's feelings toward his family changed?

He resents them. Signup and view all the answers

Does Jonas stick to the plan?

False Signup and view all the answers

What did Jonas's mother and father decide about Gabe?

They tried, but he still wakes up during the night. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jonas take his father's bicycle?

It had a baby seat on the back. Signup and view all the answers

Describe what the area looks like after Jonas crosses the bridge.

remote and open Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonas do to avoid the patrols?

He travels at night. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the escape have on Jonas, both physically and mentally?

He is physically tired and mentally stronger and determined. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary for Jonas to transmit feelings of snow to Gabe?

The planes are equipped with heat tracking devices. Signup and view all the answers

What part of the plot is going on in Chapter 21?

falling action Signup and view all the answers

What problems do the hills create for Jonas?

He is not used to the hills so they were difficult. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas transmit images of food to Gabe?

They were hungry and there was no food. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the memories getting difficult to transmit?

He is getting farther away from the community. Signup and view all the answers

What would have happened to Gabe if Jonas stayed in the community?

He would have been released. Signup and view all the answers

Although Jonas wouldn't have been starving for food if he stayed in the community, what would he be starving for?

love, feelings, color Signup and view all the answers

What is ironic about the 'planes' Gabe saw?

It was a bird. Signup and view all the answers

What aspects of nature did Jonas see?

deer, fox, bird, flower Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonas most concerned about at the end of this chapter?

He wants to save Gabe. Signup and view all the answers

What problems do Jonas and Gabe encounter during the beginning of chapter 23?

They are cold, hungry, and tired. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Jonas forced to abandon the bicycle?

The snow was too thick to ride the bike. Signup and view all the answers

What is happening to Jonas's memories?

They are fading and returning to the community. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonas try so hard to transmit memories of sunshine to Gabe?

He wants to keep Gabe warm. Signup and view all the answers

What gives Jonas a burst of energy that helps him up the hill?

friends and the Giver Signup and view all the answers

What is the sled a symbol of for Jonas?

freedom Signup and view all the answers

As the novel closes, Jonas thinks he can hear music coming across the distance he has traveled. Why does he think it is only an echo?

He's too far away from the community. Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall theme of the story?

The importance of individuality and to achieve your dreams and goals. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Release and its Implications

Jonas apologized to the Giver for spending too much time on the topic of release, indicating its significance in his understanding.
The community releases one twin to avoid confusion, highlighting the strict regulations governing life and individuality.
Watching the release was suggested by the Giver to help Jonas grasp its true nature, symbolizing the darker aspects of the community's practices.
Jonas's father referred to the lighter twin as "shrimp," showcasing the cold detachment in the process of release.

Jonas's Emotional Journey

Jonas was shocked by the revelation of how the twin was released, which involved a lethal injection to the forehead, challenging his perception of his community.
The emotional weight of Rosemary's release, where she self-injected, demonstrated the personal trauma experienced by the Giver and the implications of releasing individuals.
The choice of Jonas's father to conduct the release emphasized the horror, as Jonas perceives him as kind, deepening the impact of the event on Jonas.
Jonas views his family's roles as lethal, seeing their jobs as morally equivalent to killing, thus altering his emotional state toward them.

Climax and Escape Plans

The climax of the novel materializes as the Giver and Jonas prepare for Jonas's escape, indicating a shift from passive acceptance to active resistance against community norms.
They plan to spread the pain of memories to the community by faking Jonas's drowning, emphasizing the strategy of confronting the community’s ignorance.
Jonas's feelings toward his family became resentful, indicating a profound transformation in his emotional landscape as he contemplates freedom.
Jonas deviated from the planned escape timeline to take Gabe with him, signifying his deep care and commitment to protecting the innocent.

The Journey Beyond

Jonas used his father's bicycle, valued for its baby seat, highlighting practical considerations in his escape with Gabe.
After crossing the bridge, the area became remote and open, symbolizing liberation from the restrictive community.
To avoid patrols, Jonas adopted nighttime travel, indicating both danger and his growing strategic thinking.
The physical strain of the journey contrasted with Jonas's mental determination, showcasing his resilience and growth.

Challenges During Escape

Jonas transmitted feelings of snow to Gabe to evade heat-tracking planes, illustrating survival instincts in a dystopian world.
During the falling action of Chapter 21, Jonas faced difficulties with the hills, which challenged his physical limits.
He transmitted images of food to Gabe out of necessity, reflecting their dire situation and the importance of sharing resources.

Nature and Isolation

Jonas's views of nature began to expand as he encountered deer, foxes, birds, and flowers, symbolizing freedom and the beauty of the world outside the community.
The irony of Gabe mistaking a bird for a plane highlighted the discrepancies between their reality and the community's constructed understanding.
Jonas's primary concern at the chapter's end was saving Gabe, showcasing his protective instincts amid adversity.

Final Struggles and Symbolism

The beginning of Chapter 23 introduces themes of coldness and exhaustion for Jonas and Gabe, emphasizing the harshness of their journey.
Jonas abandoned the bicycle due to thick snow, signifying the obstacles they faced in their quest for freedom.
As Jonas's memories began to fade, it represented a relinquishment of his past life and a return to the uninformed existence of the community.
Transmitting memories of sunshine to Gabe became crucial for warmth, showcasing Jonas’s empathy and parent-like instincts.

Freedom and Resolution

The sled symbolizes freedom for Jonas, representing his desire to escape the confines of his past life.
At the novel's close, Jonas believes he hears music, interpreting it as an echo due to his physical distance from the community, symbolizing hope amidst despair.
The overarching theme of the story emphasizes the significance of individuality and the pursuit of dreams and goals, advocating for personal freedom against societal constraints.

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Test your knowledge of the last chapters of 'The Giver' with these flashcards covering key concepts and terms. From Jonas's interactions with the Giver to the implications of release, these cards will help reinforce your understanding of the narrative and themes. Perfect for studying right before your exam!