Should I read giver?

The Giver was so powerful because it’s one of a rare few young adult books which leaves the ending up to you. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves dystopian worlds, and well as people who like a book to let them think for themselves!…

What happens to the old in the giver?

When a person becomes old enough, the community has him or her euthanized. They are not necessarily sick or infirm, they are just no longer useful. Before the release, there is a telling of the person’s life. When Jonas volunteers at the House of the Old, he finds out about the ceremony of release for the old.

What is the main conflict in the giver?

Generally, the conflict is the individual vs. society. Specifically, Jonas is struggling against his community that has made everyone the same, taking away individuality.

What age is the giver for?

Not appropriate for tweens The age and maturity of the reader should be considered with this book. Children who are 14 and younger may have difficulty finding a meaningful and accurate interpretation of the material.

Is the giver old?

The Giver appears to be aged and occasionally pale when in the throes of his memories, and mentions that the stress of his job has taken a toll on him, that he looks older than he appears but still possess a great deal of time left.

Is Roberto the old in the giver?

Roberto is an elderly man at the House of the Old whom Jonas had once helped feed.

Why is it called the giver?

The term “The Giver” refers to the old man, the former Receiver, who transfers all his memories to Jonas. That’s why their titles aren’t “Memory Keepers.” The transition from one to the other—from a Receiver to a Giver—is an important one in the novel.

Is the giver violent?

The Giver has some violence. For example: Two teenagers get into a fight and punch each other in the face. The Giver gives Jonas a war-based memory in which a man is shot and killed (blood is shown)….