Read the plot synopsis below of the science fiction novel The Giver by Lois Lowry. Answer the question that follows
Society has eliminated pain and strife by converting to “sameness,” a plan that has also eradicated emotional depth from people’s lives. Jonas is selected to inherit the position of “Receiver of Memory,” the person who stores all the memories of the time before “sameness,” in case they are ever needed to aid in decisions that others lack the experience to make. As Jonas receives the memories from the previous receiver—the “Giver”—he discovers the power of knowledge. He faces a

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Read the plot synopsis below of the science fiction novel The Giver by Lois Lowry. Answer the question that follows
Society has eliminated pain and strife by converting to “sameness,” a plan that has also eradicated emotional depth from people’s lives. Jonas is selected to inherit the position of “Receiver of Memory,” the person who stores all the memories of the time before “sameness,” in case they are ever needed to aid in decisions that others lack the experience to make. As Jonas receives the memories from the previous receiver—the “Giver”—he discovers the power of knowledge. He faces a

anonymous · Answer

He faces a dilemma. Should he stay with the community (his family) living a shallow life without love, color, sound, and knowledge, or should he run away to where he can live life with all experiences—wonderful and difficult?

anonymous · Answer

Based on the summary, which of the following is most likely the author’s purpose in writing?
 
A.
To warn the reader of the consequences of valuing safety over freedom.
B.
To show how technology can be misused.
C.
To predict the outcome of research and scientific development.
D.
To express her opinion that safety is more important than freedom.

sandra_ · Answer

A. to warn the reader of the consequences of valuing safety over freedom