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What type of transportation does his father have?
A Bike
Where does the story take place?
In a controlled futuristic community with strict rules.
What does "Sameness" mean?
A system that removes differences like color, choice, and weather.
"If everything's the same, then there aren't any choices."
Shows how sameness removes freedom.
What happens when Jonas begins his training with the Giver?
He receives memories of the past, starting with simple ones. ex: snow
What is the ceremony of 12?
When 12-year-olds are told their future job.
What is the physical environment like?
It is climate controlled.
What is an "assignment"?
A lifelong job given at the ceremony of 12.
"The life where nothing was ever unexpected."
Describes the controlled and predictble setting.
How does Jonas's relationship with his family change during the story?
He becomes distant because he can not share his feelings or his training.
What changed in Jonas's plan when he found out that they were going to put Gabriel through the ceremony of death?
He left the community earlier with Gabriel
How are families organized?
The community assigns them.
What does release truly mean?
Secretly killing someone who breaks the rules or doesn't fit.
"Now he was free."
Suggests Jonas gains freedom by leaving the community.
What rule is Jonas allowed to break, and why?
He can lie because the Receiver has to keep secrets.
How is Jonas different from other children?
He can see beyond ex: He can see color
How does the setting limit freedom?
Rules control choices, emotions, jobs, and language.
What is a receiver of memory?
A person who holds the memories of the past for the community.
"Memories are forever."
Shows the importance of memories.
How does Gabriel affect Jonas's decision?
Jonas risks his own safety to save Gabriel.
Who is the giver?
An old man who holds the community's memories of the past and trains Jonas.
Why was sameness created in the community?
To eliminate pain, danger, and differences.
What does precision of language mean?
Speaking carefully to avoid strong emotions.
"He felt such love for Asher and Fiona."
Shows Jonas experiencing real emotions.
What plan do the Giver and Jonas make before he leaves?
Jonas will escape, so the memories return to the community.