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What was Jonas' dream about?
What was Jonas' dream about?
He wanted Fiona to take off her clothes so he could bathe her.
What do ones get?
What do ones get?
They get their names, family unit, and comfort object.
What do threes get?
What do threes get?
They begin dream telling and using proper language.
What do fours get?
What do fours get?
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What do sevens get?
What do sevens get?
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What do eights get?
What do eights get?
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What do nines get?
What do nines get?
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What do tens get?
What do tens get?
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What do elevens get?
What do elevens get?
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What do twelves get?
What do twelves get?
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What assignment did Asher get?
What assignment did Asher get?
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What happened when Jonas' number should have been called?
What happened when Jonas' number should have been called?
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What was Jonas' Assignment and why was it important and unusual?
What was Jonas' Assignment and why was it important and unusual?
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What were the four qualities the Chief Elder said the Receiver of Memory must have?
What were the four qualities the Chief Elder said the Receiver of Memory must have?
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What happened when Jonas looked out into the crowd?
What happened when Jonas looked out into the crowd?
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Did Jonas agree or disagree with the committee's choice of him as the new Receiver?
Did Jonas agree or disagree with the committee's choice of him as the new Receiver?
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Study Notes
Jonas' Dreams and Age Assignments
- Jonas dreamed of Fiona, wishing for her to undress, indicating the beginning of adolescent feelings.
- Each age group in the community receives specific milestones outlining their growth and responsibilities.
Milestones by Age Group
- Ones: Receive names, share a family unit, and are given a comfort object.
- Threes: Start dream-telling practices and learn to use proper language.
- Fours: Are given jackets buttoned at the back, symbolizing dependence on caregivers.
- Sevens: Transition to front-buttoned jackets, signifying increased independence.
- Eights: Receive jackets with pockets; comfort objects are removed, and volunteer hours begin.
- Nines: Hair ribbons are removed, and bicycles are given, representing freedom and maturity.
- Tens: Experience haircuts, marking the departure from childhood hairstyles.
- Elevens: New clothing and calculators are provided, indicating a step towards preparation for future responsibilities.
- Twelves: Get assigned jobs, marking the transition into adulthood.
Important Events and Assignments
- Asher is assigned the role of Assistant Director of Recreation, showcasing his social and leadership skills.
- Jonas is skipped during the assignment process, leading to community confusion and murmurs.
- Jonas is ultimately chosen as the new Receiver of Memory, a rare and significant role in the society, highlighting his uniqueness.
Qualities of the Receiver
- The Chief Elder emphasizes that the Receiver must possess intelligence, integrity, courage, and wisdom, highlighting the gravity of this position.
- When Jonas looks out into the crowd, their expressions change, reflecting their feelings about his selection.
- Jonas agrees with the decision to appoint him as the new Receiver, understanding the importance of his role.
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