Since reading The Giver by Lois Lowry, evidence has shown that our culture may be different in ways that imply many similar things. Our culture shows variations in this story as our society contains conflicts where everything is equal in The Giver. Another difference is Jonas' sensitivity to pain which seems to be amplified compared to the pain humans experience in reality. A third aspect of this story that concerns modern society is the fear of receiving great responsibility for the former. One thing that is exploited in this book is the lack of social conflict. It is almost inevitable to come across this theme in the book, because it contrasts with our lifestyle. In our society we tend to be fueled by our differences. This leads to both conflict and cooperation. However, book culture seems to fear this lifestyle because it cannot handle the pain that comes from social conflict. The following quote argues that this identity society cannot retain memories of pain and diversity. The Giver tells Jonas: “If you get to Elsewhere, it will mean that the community h...