climax
The climax of the story is when Jonas realized that "Release" of the newborn is actually killing. But worst of all was when he realized that his father was the one doing the release of the newborns. Jonas was shocked when the Giver showed him a recording of the private ceremony. Jones was stunned and could not take his eyes off the recording. Jones felt a ripping sensation inside of him; it was emotional pain. " No one heard that little twin cry. No one but my father." said Jonas. pg 150. Jones was sobbing and collapsed with pain. Finally he was able to control himself. That's when he decided to leave the community. With the help of the Giver, he developed an escape plan. When Jones returned to his home he found out that Gabriel was going to be returned to the Nurturing Center in the morning for release. Jones had to do something immediately. Jonas had to decide what to do in order to save Gabriel.