The GIving Tree

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Giving Tree'?

Back

The main theme is selflessness and unconditional love, as the tree gives everything to the boy.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Who are the main characters in 'The Giving Tree'?

Back

The main characters are the Tree and the Boy.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the Tree give to the Boy throughout the story?

Back

The Tree gives the Boy its apples, branches, trunk, and ultimately itself.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the Boy do with the gifts from the Tree?

Back

The Boy uses the gifts to fulfill his needs and desires, such as making a boat and building a house.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does the Tree feel about giving to the Boy?

Back

The Tree feels happy and fulfilled when it gives to the Boy.

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CCSS.RL.1.9

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Front

What happens to the Tree at the end of the story?

Back

At the end of the story, the Tree is left as a stump but is still happy to provide a place for the Boy to rest.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What lesson can we learn from 'The Giving Tree'?

Back

We learn about the importance of generosity and the joy of giving to others.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the Boy represent in the story?

Back

The Boy represents human desires and the journey of life.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the Tree symbolize in the story?

Back

The Tree symbolizes unconditional love and sacrifice.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is the significance of the Tree being cut down?

Back

The cutting down of the Tree represents the loss of innocence and the consequences of taking without giving back.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9