CEREMONIES
Children receive jackets that are fastened down the back, continuing the theme of interdependence.
What is the Ceremony of Five?
Families are limited to one male and one female, and each family unit must have this number of children.
What is two?
The protagonist and a sensitive, thoughtful boy chosen to become the Receiver of Memory.
Who is Jonas?
Jonas, The Giver, and Gabriel all stand out in the community because of this symbolic quality that shows they are different from others.
What are blue eyes?
Jonas's first memory, which introduces him to the sensation of cold and the thrill of speed. This memory symbolizes freedom and joy.
What is sledding in the snow?
At this ceremony, infants are given names and assigned to families. This is the first official recognition of a child's existence in the community.
What is the Ceremony of One?
Families must do this at dinner time.
What is sharing their feelings?
The current Receiver of Memory who trains Jonas and carries the burden of the community's memories.
Who is the Giver?
The people only see black and white which symbolizes the loss of this.
What is individuality?
A painful memory that teaches Jonas about the consequences of pleasure and the complexity of human experiences.
What is getting a sunburn?
At this ceremony, infants are given names and assigned to families. This is the first official recognition of a child's existence in the community.
What is the Ceremony of Eight?
It is the reason for taking daily medication.
What is suppressing feelings and emotions, fear and anger?
A Nurturer who cares for the community's infants.
Who is Jonas's father?
This color represents life in the Giver.
What is red?
This memory introduces Jonas to the concepts of family, love, and celebration, highlighting the emotional depth that his community lacks.
What is Christmas morning?
All children are given bicycles, symbolizing their increased independence and mobility.
What is the Ceremony of Nine?
This is what language must be in the community.
What is precise and specific?
Jonas's friend who is known for his playful nature.
Who is Asher?
The absence of this causes superficial happiness in the community.
What is the loss of pain?
Jonas experiences warmth and light, contrasting with the controlled climate of his community. This memory helps him understand the beauty of nature.
What is sunshine?
Children begin to talk about their dreams, marking the start of their social development.
What is the Ceremony of Three?
Besides family and jobs, the people in the community are not allowed to choose this.
What is a partner?
A baby who Jonas's family cares for and who has a special connection with Jonas.
Who is Gabriel?
This natural thing represents freedom, escape, and the journey toward self-discovery.
What is the river>
By doing this, the community achieves a state of stability and conformity.
What is memory suppression or erasing the past?