The Giver: Key Concepts and Themes

In Chapter 20 of 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry, Jonas grapples with the emotional weight of the truths he has learned about his community, including the practice of 'release.' The Giver explains the community's ignorance and the necessity of Jonas's role. Together, they devise a plan for Jonas to escape, hoping to bring change. The Giver sacrifices his own desires to stay and help the community bear the memories. Jonas learns about the Giver's daughter, Rosemary, and prepares for his journey to 'Elsewhere.'

What is Jonas's initial reaction to the idea of going home?

• He is eager to return.

• He refuses and is distressed.

• He is indifferent.

• He is excited to share his experiences.

What does the Giver say about the community's knowledge?

• They are fully aware.

• They are partially aware.

• They know nothing.

• They are well-informed.

What is Fiona being trained in?

• The art of healing.

• The art of release.

• The art of teaching.

• The art of governance.

What does the Giver suggest they do after eating?

• Make a plan.

• Go for a walk.

• Read a book.

• Watch a movie.

What does Jonas agree to do despite the risks?

• Stay in the community.

• Escape to elsewhere.

• Confront the elders.

• Destroy the memories.

Why does the Giver decide not to leave with Jonas?

• He is too old.

• He wants to help the community.

• He doesn't believe in the plan.

• He is afraid of the outside world.

What unique ability does the Giver reveal he has?

• Seeing beyond.

• Hearing beyond.

• Touching beyond.

• Smelling beyond.

What is the main goal of Jonas and the Giver's plan?

• To find a new home.

• To gather more memories.

• To escape and change the community.

• To overthrow the elders.

What will the Giver do after Jonas leaves?

• Retire peacefully.

• Forget about Jonas.

• Help the community cope with memories.

• Leave the community.