Understanding Themes in The Giver

Jonas learns about colors and the importance of choice through memories given by the Giver. He becomes frustrated with the sameness of his community and tries to share his new awareness with others. Jonas receives a disturbing memory of violence, which deepens his understanding of pain and loss. He attempts to share memories with his family but struggles with the limitations of his role. The Giver explains the responsibilities and challenges of being the Receiver, highlighting the burden of holding painful memories for the community.

What new ability does Jonas begin to develop?

• Hearing music

• Smelling scents

• Tasting flavors

• Seeing colors

Why does Jonas feel that a colorless world is unfair?

• It causes confusion

• It limits creativity

• It prevents choice

• It is boring

What does Jonas believe is important about choosing?

• The speed

• The process

• The variety

• The outcome

What does Jonas try to share with Asher?

• A memory of music

• A memory of color

• A memory of taste

• A memory of smell

What does Jonas witness in the disturbing memory?

• A famine

• A war

• A natural disaster

• An elephant hunt

What does Jonas attempt to share with his family?

• The sound of music

• The taste of food

• The sight of colors

• The memory of elephants

What challenge does the Giver mention about having a family?

• Financial burden

• Lack of time

• Inability to share books

• Distance from family

What is the main role of the Receiver according to the Giver?

• To entertain

• To advise

• To educate

• To protect

What happened when the previous Receiver failed?

• The memories were destroyed

• The memories were lost

• The memories were hidden

• The memories were released

What does Jonas realize about his life as a Receiver?

• It is full of restrictions

• It is full of freedom

• It is full of pain

• It is full of joy