The Giving Tree

Front

What does the tree represent in the story?

Back

The tree represents selflessness and unconditional love.

Front

How does the boy change throughout the story?

Back

The boy becomes more greedy and selfish as he grows older.

Front

What does the tree give to the boy when he needs money?

Back

The tree gives him all her apples to sell.

Front

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

Back

The main theme is the nature of giving and the relationship between the giver and the taker.

Front

How does the tree feel when the boy visits her?

Back

The tree feels happy when the boy comes to visit.

Front

What does the boy take from the tree as he grows older?

Back

The boy takes the tree's apples, branches, and eventually her trunk.

Front

What does the tree do when the boy is old and weak?

Back

The tree tells the boy to sit on her stump and rest.

Front

What happens to the tree by the end of the story?

Back

The tree has given everything away and is left as a stump.

Front

What does the boy's character teach us about growing up?

Back

The boy's character teaches us about the consequences of selfishness.

Front

How does the story end?

Back

The story ends with the tree being happy because the boy visits her again.