The Giver - Chapter 17

Front

What is Jonas's emotional response to the 'war' game played by his friends?

Back

Jonas feels upset and doesn't want to play.

Front

What game are Jonas's friends playing in Chapter 17?

Back

The game is called 'good and bad guys.'

Front

What significant change occurs for Jonas after he stops taking his pills?

Back

The stirrings have returned.

Front

How does Jonas's father describe the process of release?

Back

He performs a small ceremony of release, cleans up the baby, and waves goodbye.

Front

How frequently does the community have an 'unscheduled holiday'?

Back

Rarely.

Front

What are 'stirrings' in the context of 'The Giver'?

Back

Stirrings refer to the feelings of desire and attraction that Jonas experiences.

Front

What does the term 'release' signify in Jonas's community?

Back

Release is a euphemism for euthanasia or the termination of life for those who do not conform.

Front

How does Jonas's perception of his community change in Chapter 17?

Back

He begins to see the flaws and moral implications of the community's rules.

Front

What role do pills play in the lives of the community members?

Back

Pills suppress the 'stirrings' and prevent emotional connections.

Front

What does Jonas learn about the concept of 'sameness' in his community?

Back

Sameness eliminates individuality and emotional depth, leading to a lack of true feelings.