THE GIVER
Analytical Essay
Conflict and Theme
Use the guide below to show how the EITHER internal OR external conflict helps to develop a
central theme in the novel.
PART A: Conflict Type
List ONE type of conflict that is developed throughout the novel and state the forces it exists between.
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PART B: Example
Provide a specific example (DIRECT QUOTE) from the text to support this conflict.
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PART C: Explanation (Example)
Explain how the example you’ve provided supports this conflict.
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PART D: Explanation (Theme)
Express a central theme that has been developed throughout The Giver.
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Explain how EITHER internal OR external conflict supports the central theme of the novel through the
example you’ve provided.
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REMEMBER, the type of conflict and example you choose
should be related to the theme you want to focus on!