When you are released, you are killed with a shot. The community believes the person is released to Elsewhere and never to be seen again. But released really means to be euthanized, a supposedly humane form of killing or murdering when a person is no longer a useful part of society.
In "The Giver," the unknown celebration is likely a reference to Christmas. Christmas is considered a mysterious celebration because it represents a time of joy and giving, concepts that are unfamiliar to the dystopian society depicted in the book. The lack of knowledge about Christmas reflects the deprived and controlled nature of the society in which the characters live.
The ceremonial naming and age assignments of the children. Jonas's selection as the Receiver of Memory. Jonas's training with the Giver and the memories he receives. Jonas's realization of the truth about the community. Jonas's escape with the baby Gabriel. The community's response and the implications of Jonas's departure.
In the giver what were the two occasions when release was not a punishment
The description of the wrapped box with colorful paper and ribbons hints at a gift, likely given in celebration of an occasion which is commonly associated with giving gifts, such as a birthday, anniversary, or holiday. In the story, the recipient's initial excitement and hope that it was from his loved one confirmed to the giver was his partner.
in the nurturing room
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When the old is "released, there is a celebration about their life because being released is basically a lethal injection and they are "put to sleep"
The very last ceremony celebrated in the community in "The Giver" is the Ceremony of Release.
the actual release is when they were injected with a chemical that will kill them
Release
You can ask for a release.
Jonas, definitely. He saves Gabe from release.