The Giver - Chapters 15-19

Front

What is the significance of love in Jonas's community?

Back

In Jonas's community, love is considered meaningless, and emotions are suppressed to maintain sameness and control.

Front

What happens to twins in Jonas's community?

Back

In Jonas's community, if twins are born, the smaller twin is released, which means they are killed.

Front

What memory does The Giver share with Jonas?

Back

The Giver shares a memory of a family gathering during a holiday, where they open gifts around a tree with lights.

Front

Who is Rosemary in relation to The Giver?

Back

Rosemary was the previous Receiver of Memory who applied for Release after only five weeks of training.

Front

What does 'Release' mean in Jonas's community?

Back

'Release' is a euphemism for death, as it is the process by which individuals are eliminated from the community.

Front

How does Jonas feel about the concept of Release after watching his father's video?

Back

Jonas realizes that Release is equivalent to death, which deeply disturbs him.

Front

What does Jonas's father do for a living?

Back

Jonas's father is a Nurturer, responsible for caring for the newchildren in the community.

Front

What is the role of the Receiver of Memory?

Back

The Receiver of Memory holds all past memories of the community, allowing them to advise the leaders and protect the community from pain.

Front

What does Jonas learn about emotions through his training?

Back

Jonas learns that emotions are essential for human experience, and their absence leads to a lack of true happiness.

Front

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

Back

Memories provide depth to human experience, allowing individuals to learn from the past and understand joy and pain.