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Who is the protagonist of the novel?
Who is the protagonist of the novel?
What is Fiona assigned to be?
What is Fiona assigned to be?
Caretaker of the Old
Who is Jonas' best friend?
Who is Jonas' best friend?
Asher
What ability does Gabriel have?
What ability does Gabriel have?
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What is the role of Jonas' mother in the community?
What is the role of Jonas' mother in the community?
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What does Jonas' father do?
What does Jonas' father do?
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Who is Jonas' sister?
Who is Jonas' sister?
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Who trains Jonas to become the next Receiver of Memory?
Who trains Jonas to become the next Receiver of Memory?
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What happened to Rosemary?
What happened to Rosemary?
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Who is the head of the Committee of Elders?
Who is the head of the Committee of Elders?
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What is Larissa's role in the community?
What is Larissa's role in the community?
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Who is Roberto?
Who is Roberto?
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What tragedy befell Caleb?
What tragedy befell Caleb?
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Who is Andrei?
Who is Andrei?
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What is Madeline's job?
What is Madeline's job?
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How is Inger described by Jonas?
How is Inger described by Jonas?
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What is Isaac assigned as?
What is Isaac assigned as?
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Who is Pierre?
Who is Pierre?
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What is unique about Katherine?
What is unique about Katherine?
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Who is Edna?
Who is Edna?
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Study Notes
Main Characters of "The Giver"
- 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.
Community Leaders and Elders
- 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.
Supporting Characters
- 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.
Themes and Dynamics
- 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.
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