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Detailed explanation-1: -But what happens at the end of the book? Jonas runs away from the community with a baby, Gabriel, in his arms, but it’s entirely unclear from the last scene-where he’s sledding downhill toward sounds of music-whether this is a death metaphor or a happy ending.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the novel’s conclusion, Jonas finds the sled at the top of the hill and sleds down the hill with Gabriel, heading toward a place that he knows will be Elsewhere.

Detailed explanation-3: -In The Giver, Elsewhere encompasses all of the land outside of the community. The townspeople are not allowed to leave their community, and few want to. After all, they are taught that Elsewhere is a dangerous place, without the safety and rules that protect people in their society.

Detailed explanation-4: -In The Giver, Gabriel is the baby that Jonas’ family hopes to help thrive in his first year. Gabriel represents Jonas’ capacity to love and sacrifice himself for someone else.