Questions and Answers
What is wrong with Gabriel? What does Jonas do to comfort him?
Gabriel cannot sleep soundly at night. Jonas breaks the rules by transferring memories to him and talks about his job.
What is the memory that Jonas has in Chapter 15? What is its result on Jonas?
The memory is of war and people dying and thirsty. Jonas is very disturbed by this memory and rethinks everything about how great life is in sameness.
What is the Giver's favorite memory? How does Jonas feel about this memory?
The Giver's favorite memory is the one of Christmas. Jonas loves the memory because of the warmth the fire brings, the colorful decorations, and the elders being in the same room.
What is Jonas's relationship with Gabriel as demonstrated in Chapter 16?
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How do people in Jonas's community view the concept of love? How is this reflected in their relationships?
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Describe the character of the Giver considering his personality. Why was the Giver a good choice as Receiver?
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What is Jonas's reaction to his friends' game of 'war'? Why does he react this way?
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Explain what happened to Rosemary and the impact on the community.
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Why do painful memories outweigh happy memories in their effect on the Giver, Jonas, and Rosemary?
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In your opinion, why does Rosemary fail as a Receiver?
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Why are twins not acceptable in the community? What determines their fate?
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After reading Chapter 19, explain what release means. How does Jonas react?
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What was special to the Giver that he hadn't yet shared?
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What did the Giver experience when he started as a Receiver?
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What is their plan for creating change in the community (Chapter 20)?
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Why do you think the Giver encourages Jonas to watch the video of the twin's release? Should the Giver have done this? Why or why not?
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Does Jonas feel more attached to his family unit or to the Giver? Give reasons to support your answer.
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What rules did Jonas break in Chapter 21?
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How did he know they were looking for him? How did he hide?
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What happened to Jonas's memories?
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How has the landscape changed in Chapter 22? What are new dangers?
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Explain how the novel ends.
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What do you think the sled, river, and hill symbolize?
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What change do we see in Jonas as his difficult journey continues and they grow weaker?
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What was Jonas's parents' reaction when he asked if they loved him?
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Study Notes
Character Relationships
- Gabriel struggles to sleep, prompting Jonas to share memories and comfort him, breaking community rules.
- Jonas develops a close bond with Gabriel, expressing love and warmth, unlike the emotionless nature of their society.
Key Memories and Emotions
- Chapter 15 details Jonas experiencing a war memory, leading to profound disturbance and a reevaluation of life's value in their society.
- The Giver's cherished memory is Christmas, which brings Jonas warmth, joy, and a sense of connection—elements missing in his life.
Impact of Community Values
- In Jonas's community, love is perceived as insignificant; relationships focus on enjoyment rather than true emotional connections, highlighting their lack of genuine happiness.
- The Giver embodies wisdom and humanity, showcasing emotions such as love and pain, making him suitable as the Receiver of Memory.
Consequences of Release
- Rosemary's release led to the transfer of painful memories back to the community, drastically impacting their emotional state and revealing the community’s fragility.
- The stark contrast between joyful and painful memories underscores the community's choice to suppress emotions for stability.
Jonas's Awakening
- Jonas becomes increasingly distressed by his friends' trivialization of war, illustrating his growing awareness of the pain that comes with life.
- His experience of ‘seeing beyond’ reveals deeper understanding and empathy, contrasting the emotions felt by others in his society.
Escape Plan and Risks
- Jonas and The Giver plan to escape to release memories back to the community, signaling a desire for change and emotional awakening.
- Jonas’s journey involves stealing, faking his death, and evading searching planes by using transferred memories to hide from detection.
Transformation of Environment
- In Chapter 22, the landscape changes to a snowy mountainous terrain, introducing new survival challenges such as finding food and warmth.
- As Jonas’s journey intensifies, he shifts focus from his own struggles to ensuring Gabriel's safety, indicating a deepening sense of care and attachment.
Final Symbolism and Resolution
- The novel concludes with Jonas connecting with reclaimed memories, symbolizing a departure from sameness and a return to emotional richness.
- The sled, river, and hill represent struggles and transitions toward a life filled with genuine experiences and emotional depth.
Parental Reaction
- Jonas's inquiry about love is met with shock from his parents, who emphasize the absence of true emotion in favor of enjoyment, showcasing societal indoctrination.
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Explore the complex character relationships in 'The Giver', focusing on the bond between Jonas and Gabriel. Delve into the contrasting values of love and emotion in their community, and how these relationships impact their understanding of happiness and loss. This quiz covers key memories and the emotional depth that exists within the story.