Because they don't keep track of how old they are after the ceremony of 12.
People in the community forgot their age because the concept of age was not significant or relevant in their highly regulated society. Everyone's life followed a strict schedule and any individuality or personal milestones such as birthdays were not acknowledged. Personal identity and memories were suppressed to maintain control and conformity.
People forget how old they are in the giver because age is unimportant after 12
Sometimes old people forget things
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The teacher can give those students failing grades for that assignment.
People forget how old they are in the giver because age is unimportant after 12
Age doesn't matter after 12
Age doesn't matter after 12
i would like to help people out and take care of little children.
Because they don't keep track of how old they are after the ceremony of 12.
Jonas is afraid of not having an assignment because being assigned a specific role in the community is crucial for their identity and purpose. Without an assignment, Jonas would feel lost and directionless, as it would signify a lack of value and contribution in the community.
In "The Giver," an assignment is a job or role assigned to each member of the community by the Elders. Assignments are carefully chosen based on an individual's personality, skills, and aptitude. They determine the path that each person will take in the community.
in Montgomery County, this means that you have not turned in an assignment, there fore you received a 0 or Z. this doesn't only have to apply to people in MoCo
All you really have to do is be respectful and responsible to other people. Also don't forget do what you are told. Be aware of what is going on in your community,
"PEOPLE WILL FORGET WHAT YOU SAID, PEOPLE WILL FORGET WHAT YOU DID, BUT.... PEOPLE WILL NEVER FORGET HOW YOU MADE THEM FEEL." - MAYA ANGELOU
Maya Angelou