The Giver Lessons 2-4

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Jonas's memory of Lily joining family unit

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Excited, wondered how she'd fit in

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Jonas's emotion before Ceremony of Twelve

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Anxiety about unknown Assignment

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Quote from The Giver: "After Twelve, age isn’t important"

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Aging is irrelevant; roles assigned at Ceremony of Twelve.

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Ceremony of Release for the Old

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Joyful celebration honoring contributions to the community

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Jonas's feelings about his community in Chapter 2

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Growing unease; questions strict rules and lack of freedom

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Jonas's curiosity about the Ceremony of Release

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Questions its true nature

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Decision-making in Jonas' community

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Select group of Elders considers what's best

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Significance of Gabriel's eyes in Chapter 3

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Foreshadows connection with Jonas

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Importance of "sameness" in Jonas's community

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Eliminates differences and conflicts; maintains order and control.

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Jonas's character: obedient yet curious

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Willing to take risks to understand the unusual.