The Giver review

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What is the Ceremony of One?

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The Ceremony of One is a significant event in the community where infants are officially named and given to their families when they turn one year old.

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Who is Gabe in 'The Giver'?

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Gabe is a baby that Jonas's father is concerned about; he is not developing as expected and is given special attention.

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What does Jonas notice about the apple while playing with Asher?

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Jonas notices that the apple changes shades, which is a sign of his developing ability to see beyond the community's sameness.

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What does the unidentified aircraft represent at the beginning of 'The Giver'?

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The unidentified aircraft is a pilot in training, symbolizing the community's strict control over its environment and the presence of rules.

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What is considered impolite in Jonas's community?

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Mentioning how someone is different is considered impolite in the community, reflecting the society's emphasis on sameness.

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What is the significance of 'seeing beyond' in 'The Giver'?

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'Seeing beyond' refers to the ability to perceive colors and emotions, which is rare in Jonas's community that values sameness.

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What role does memory play in 'The Giver'?

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Memory is crucial in 'The Giver' as it holds the community's past experiences, emotions, and knowledge, which are suppressed to maintain control.

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What does the term 'release' mean in the context of 'The Giver'?

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'Release' is a euphemism for euthanasia in the community, where individuals who do not conform or are deemed unfit are eliminated.

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How does Jonas's perception of his community change throughout the story?

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Jonas's perception changes from acceptance of the community's rules to questioning and ultimately rejecting the lack of freedom and emotions.

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What is the role of the Receiver of Memory?

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The Receiver of Memory is a unique position in the community responsible for holding all past memories to guide the community's decisions.