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Explore key themes in chapters 17-23 of "The Giver," where new feelings permeate, happiness surges, and successors emerge. Learn to navigate dejection, efficiency, vigilance, and the subtleties of change. Delve into the intricate world of Jonas as he faces wretchedness and exquisite moments amidst impediments. Unravel the story's profound messages on vigilance, efficiency, and the art of subtle change.
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The Giver ch 17-23Remember your name! Chapters 17-23 # your sentences; put vocabulary in the black tray
Permeated- spread or flowed throughoutHis new feelings permeated a greater realm than simply in his sleep.
Permeated: to spread • as a result • The disease permeated; as a result, many students were absent from school.
Surged: to suddenly increase • He studied all night long; consequently, his math scores surged dramatically. • The kid kept bothering him; consequently, his anger surged.
Dejected- depressed“Me,” Jonas said in a dejected, sad voice.
because • Because he/she dumped me, I felt dejected. • I felt dejected because he/she dumped me.
I’ve felt dejected for so long; consequently, I forgot the last time I smiled.
Gravely- requiring serious thought“You must stay away from the river,” the Giver said gravely.
Wretched- miserableThe look on Jonas’s face was wretched, filled with pain.
Successor- one who comes nextHe was the successor to the Giver. • RECEIVER
Successor • ________________; therefore, __________ • The Giver is growing old; therefore, Jonas will be his successor.
Efficient- done with a minimum of wasteShe’s very efficient at her work; she was the first one done.
Apparent- visible, easily seenJonas’s absence was apparent by midday.
Emphatically- expressed forcefully“Yes we did!” she agreed emphatically.
Meticulously-extremely concerned with details • Meticulously and carefully, he made his first cut.
Meticulous: extremely concerned with details • As a result of being meticulous, somebody earned an A on their math test.
Fugitives- people running awayThe fugitives slept through the first, dangerous day
Vigilant- alert, watchfulHe was vigilant during the night because he did not want to get caught.
Subtle- indirect; faintIt was hard to see change the change; it was very subtle. • Perfume and cologne should be subtle, not overpowering.
Exquisite- lovelyJonas never felt such simple moments of exquisite happiness.
Impeded- stopped progressHe was impeded by the snow and his lack of strength.