The Giver Chapters 20-23 Quiz

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What does Jonas do that first night?

He cried and stayed with the Giver for the night.

How does the Giver explain the circumstances of release?

People don't understand release.

What does the Giver decide about the future?

The people need wisdom, they can make a change.

If Jonas succeeds in his escape, what will happen to his memories?

They will be released to the community. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the Giver want to stay behind?

So the people in the community have someone to lean on. Signup and view all the answers

What would Jonas receive before the ceremony to help him on his journey?

Memories of courage and strength. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the plan for Jonas' escape.

Jonas would go to the Giver's dwelling, leave a note for his parents, the Giver would order a car, Jonas would ride in the truck, his bike and clothing would be found at the river, the Giver would calm everyone down, and perform a ceremony of loss. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Giver's daughter?

Rosemary. Signup and view all the answers

Why does their plan fall apart? What will happen to Gabe the next morning if they wait?

The plan falls apart because Jonas needs to leave that night or Gabe will be released. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas keep Gabe quiet?

He gives him memories. Signup and view all the answers

How does Jonas and Gabe stay under the search planes radar?

They sleep during the day and ride through the night, and they made themselves cold. Signup and view all the answers

As Jonas moves farther away, what happens to the landscape?

It became rocky and the road was skinnier, less cared for, more natural. Signup and view all the answers

After Jonas sprained his ankle, what weather pattern does he experience for the first time?

Rain. Signup and view all the answers

At the end of the book, what is Jonas' newest problem?

Snow. Signup and view all the answers

What is happening to all of Jonas' memories?

They are still going to the community. Signup and view all the answers

As Jonas pushes onward to the last hill, what memory does he think of?

The red sled. Signup and view all the answers

What memory does the story suggest that Jonas sees?

Christmas. Signup and view all the answers

When Jonas runs out of memories that the Giver gave him, what did he do?

He remembered the community and his own memories. Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible ending in the ambiguous ending?

Jonas and Gabe have reached elsewhere and they are feeling loved; he feels joyful, happy, and free. Signup and view all the answers

Why has Jonas become the 'Ultimate Giver'?

Jonas risked both his life and Gabe's life so that they could be together and happy so the community could have memories. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Escape and Release

Jonas stays with the Giver for comfort and guidance during a crucial night.
The concept of "release" is misunderstood in the community, leading to confusion.
The Giver believes that the community requires wisdom from memories to initiate change.

Jonas' Plan and Sacrifices

If Jonas successfully escapes, the memories he holds will be returned to the community.
The Giver chooses to remain behind, feeling responsible for the community's emotional support.
Before Jonas escapes, he will receive memories imbued with courage and strength to aid him.

Execution of the Escape

Jonas plans to leave a note for his parents and will use a vehicle arranged by the Giver for his escape.
Items linked to Jonas will be strategically placed to suggest he drowned, thereby masking his departure.
The Giver intends to maintain calm in the community by holding a ceremony of loss after Jonas's departure.

Relationships and Barriers

Rosemary, the Giver's daughter, plays a significant role in the background of the story.
The urgency of Jonas’s escape rises as the plan to rescue Gabe deteriorates; he risks Gabe's release if he waits.

Coping Mechanisms

Jonas keeps Gabe quiet by sharing memories with him, providing comfort and distraction.
To evade detection, they travel mainly at night and adapt to cooler temperatures.

Environment and Experiences

As Jonas travels farther from the community, the landscape becomes wilder and less maintained.
Jonas experiences rain for the first time after injuring his ankle, highlighting his newfound challenges.

Reflexive Memories

At the story's conclusion, Jonas confronts new obstacles, such as snow, symbolizing a harsh reality.
His memories, including the red sled, serve as motivators as he trudges up the last hill.

Emotions and Endings

Jonas’s memories start to dissipate as he moves further from his past community.
Christmas, a memory related to warmth and generosity, emerges as a vivid thought during his journey.
As Jonas exhausts the memories given by the Giver, he reflects on his previous life and experiences.

Final Resolution

The narrative closes ambiguously with Jonas and Gabe experiencing feelings of love, joy, and freedom.
Jonas transforms into the "Ultimate Giver," risking their lives for happiness and the possibility of shared memories for the community.

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Description

Test your knowledge of chapters 20 to 23 of 'The Giver'. This quiz includes key events and decisions made by Jonas and the Giver. Understand the concepts of release and the importance of wisdom in shaping their community's future.