Publisher
Educator
Author
100
What year was the Giving Tree published in?
In 1964
100
What is the definition of opportunity cost?
The cost of an alternative that must be forgone in order to pursue a certain action.
100
In what year was Shel Silverstein born?
He was born in 1930.
200
Why did this book appeal to Ursula Nordstrom?
The book was realistic and unique.
200
How does the boy utilize the tree's branches?
He uses them to make a house.
200
How did Shel become a songwriter?
Bob Gibson forced him to finish writing his songs.
300
What were the marketing strategies Ursula used to market The Giving Tree.
She went to libraries and schools to advertise the book as well as getting the book endorsed by psychologists and educators.
300
What is the incentive of the tree to give up her trunk to the boy?
Her incentive is the happiness that she receives from helping out the boy.
300
What did Shel's daughter die from?
A cerebral aneurysm.
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