The Giver
Why was Jonas fearful of his assignment?
Chapters 5-9
Chapters 5-9
At the end of the ceremony, Jonas remains on the stage as the crowd crescendos in a chanting of his name, giving him new life, which heartens him even while he feels fear at his prospects in becoming a Receiver. His fears come from the unsureness of his future and thoughts of failure.
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