The Giver Character Flashcards

Jonas: Protagonist and Receiver of Memory; possesses the ability to see beyond the sameness of his community.
Fiona: Jonas’ close friend with distinctive red hair; assigned as a Caretaker of the Old and becomes part of his romantic feelings.
Asher: Jonas' best friend; struggles with language, often confuses words; appointed as Assistant Recreation Director.
Gabriel: Newchild and Jonas' "brother"; has the potential to receive memories, shares Jonas’ pale eyes.
Mother: Jonas’ mom, holds the position of Judge in the Department of Justice within the community.
Father: Jonas’ dad, works as a Nurturer, caring for newchildren.
Lily: Jonas' younger sister, characterized by her simplicity and talkative nature.
The Giver: Mentor to Jonas; holds the community's memories and is connected to Rosemary as her father.
Rosemary: Former Receiver chosen 12 years prior to Jonas; compassionate but overwhelmed by the burdens of memory; ultimately chooses to be Released.

Chief Elder: The primary leader of the Committee of Elders, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the community.
Larissa: Elder who interacts with Jonas, Asher, and Fiona; looks forward to her upcoming Release.
Roberto: An elder who is Released, his name is given to a newchild in a ceremony.
Kaleb: A young child who drowns in the river; his loss is commemorated by replacing him in the Mumur-of-Replacement Ceremony.

Bruno: Fiona’s younger brother; provides background for Fiona’s family.
Andrei: Father’s genius friend who builds infrastructure, such as a bridge.
Yoshiko: Father’s acquaintance who pursues a medical career.
Madeline: Peer of Jonas, works in the Fish Hatchery.
Inger: Another peer described as nice but lazy, noted for her robust physicality.
Isaac: Peer assigned the role of Instructor for Sixes, contributing to community education.
Benjamin: Innovator at the Rehabilitation Center; likely chosen for a technical job due to his inventions.
Pierre: Known for being a tattletale, specific job details are not provided.
Katherine: A Six with pale eyes, like other significant characters in the story.
Edna: Birthmother whose life is described as insignificant; celebrated during a Release ceremony.

Characters represent various roles within a controlled society emphasizing sameness and the consequences of memory suppression.
The relationships among characters, particularly Jonas and his friends, showcase the struggles against societal norms and the pursuit of individuality.