The Giver chapters 9-16 flashcard

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What is the significance of love in 'The Giver'?

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Love is an emotion that Jonas learns about when the Giver shares his favorite memory with him, highlighting the importance of emotional connections in human relationships.

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Why does Jonas feel uneasy at breakfast?

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Jonas feels uneasy because he is afraid his parents will ask him to share his dreams, which makes him uncomfortable.

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What is the role of the Giver in the community?

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The Giver's job is crucial because he holds all the memories of the past, preventing the community from experiencing the pain associated with those memories.

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How does the community react to the failed Receiver of Memory?

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The community shows disgrace by never speaking the name of the failed Receiver or using it for a new child, indicating their rejection of her.

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What traumatic experience does Jonas encounter in the war memory?

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In the war memory, Jonas experiences the pain of seeing a boy die and suffers a broken arm, illustrating the horrors of war.

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What does the Ceremony of Twelve signify in 'The Giver'?

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The Ceremony of Twelve is a significant event where children are assigned their roles in the community, marking their transition into adulthood.

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What does Jonas learn about the concept of choice?

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Jonas learns that the community's lack of choice leads to a lack of true emotions and experiences, as choices are essential for personal growth.

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How does the Giver help Jonas understand emotions?

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The Giver shares memories with Jonas, allowing him to experience emotions like love, pain, and joy, which are absent in their community.

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What is the importance of memory in 'The Giver'?

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Memory is vital as it shapes identity and understanding; without it, the community cannot learn from the past or appreciate the present.

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What does the term 'Sameness' refer to in the story?

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'Sameness' refers to the community's enforced uniformity, eliminating differences to maintain control and predictability.