The Giver Book Flashcard

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What is the main theme of 'The Giver'?

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The main theme of 'The Giver' is the importance of memory and individuality in a controlled society.

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Who is the author of 'The Giver'?

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Lois Lowry.

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What is Jonas's role in the community?

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Jonas is selected to be the Receiver of Memory, a position that holds all the community's memories.

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What does Jonas learn from the memories he receives?

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Jonas learns about emotions, colors, and the complexities of life that his community has suppressed.

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Why does Jonas feel humiliated during the Ceremony of Twelve?

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Jonas feels humiliated because he is skipped over during the ceremony, which is unexpected and embarrassing.

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

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The color red symbolizes the emotions and experiences that are absent in Jonas's society.

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What does Jonas give Gabriel to help him sleep?

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Jonas gives Gabriel a memory of a sailboat to help him relax and sleep.

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What is Jonas's biggest fear in Chapter 22?

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Jonas's biggest fear is that he and Gabriel will starve to death.

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How does the community in 'The Giver' control its citizens?

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The community controls its citizens through strict rules, suppression of emotions, and the elimination of choices.

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What does Jonas discover about love through his memories?

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Jonas discovers that love is a deep emotional connection that is absent in his community.