Think you’ve got your head wrapped around The Giving Tree? Put your knowledge to
the test. Good luck — the Stickman is counting on you!
Q. The way the tree interacts with the boy can be seen as symbolic of
motherhood.
Boyz n the Hood.
Little Red Riding Hood.
Robin Hood.
Q. Some people see the tree as
a man.
a woman in an abusive relationship.
a father figure.
the boy's long-lost twin brother.
Q. The boy may represent
nature.
nurture.
man or humanity.
motherhood.
Q. The first set of carved initials (M.E. + T.) symbolizes
the boy's love for the tree.
the tree's love for the boy.
vandalism.
dissatisfaction.