This chapter consists of Jonas and Gabriel's home stretch to else where. They are losing the will to carry on but Jonas knows it's important to keep moving forward. Jonas finally starts to recognize the environment around him and feels that he is closer to their long awaited destination. Jonas finds his sled makes his way down the hill with his last breath and Gabriel in his arms and then comes a beautiful house and a family inside, and that is how the book ends.'The top of the hill seemed so far away, and he did not know what lay beyond. But there was nothing left to do but continue. He trudged upward.' This passage really describes what Jonas has gone through and the immense effect it had on him.
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Chapter 20 consists of Jonas and the Giver discussing Jonas' escape plan. They make a detailed plan that they think has no flaws. Jonas is emotionally affected by what his father did and he can't stay in the community. He wishes the Giver could come along, but he can't because he needs to help the community to deal with the memories. In chapter 21 Jonas returns home with high hopes to fulfill his plan, but something gets in the way. Father claims that Gabriel is going to be released. Jonas thinks quick and decides he will take fathers bike, which has a baby seat, and bring Gabriel with him. They set of on their journey and the two of them together appear to be doing great.
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