The Giver Chapters 9-16

Front

What is the role of the Receiver of Memory in the community?

Back

The Receiver of Memory is responsible for holding all past memories of the community, both painful and joyful, to guide the community's decisions and maintain stability.

Front

Why does the community in 'The Giver' not allow choices?

Back

The community believes that allowing choices could lead to mistakes and chaos, which they want to avoid to maintain order and predictability.

Front

What are the consequences of feeling love in Jonas's community?

Back

Feeling love is seen as risky because it can lead to strong emotions that may disrupt the community's carefully controlled environment.

Front

What happened to the previous Receiver of Memory?

Back

The previous Receiver failed because she was given too many painful memories without enough happy ones, leading to her inability to cope.

Front

How does Jonas help Gabriel when he is upset?

Back

Jonas calms Gabriel by sharing a happy memory with him, which brings comfort and peace.

Front

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

Back

Memories are crucial as they provide wisdom and understanding of life beyond the community's controlled experiences, allowing for deeper emotions and choices.

Front

What does Jonas learn about the concept of 'Sameness'?

Back

Jonas learns that 'Sameness' eliminates pain and suffering but also removes joy, love, and the richness of human experience.

Front

How does Jonas's perception of his community change throughout Chapters 9-16?

Back

Jonas begins to see the flaws in his community's structure and the sacrifices made for safety and sameness, leading to his desire for change.

Front

What role do the Elders play in the community's decision-making?

Back

The Elders are responsible for making decisions for the community, often based on the principle of maintaining order and predictability.

Front

What is the importance of the color red in 'The Giver'?

Back

The color red symbolizes emotions, passion, and the ability to see beyond the community's controlled environment, representing what is missing in their lives.