The Inn of Lost Time

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What is a 'harridan'?

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A harridan is an ill-tempered or scolding woman.

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What did Tokubei carry with him on his journey?

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Tokubei carried only a small portion of his money.

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What is the main theme of the farmer's bedtime story in 'Inn of Lost Time'?

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The story is about a man who loses many years living under the sea.

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In the story of Urashima Taro, how many years does the fisherman lose?

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The fisherman loses seventy-two years of his life.

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What narrative technique is used in 'Inn of Lost Time'?

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A frame story is used.

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What does the term 'frame story' mean?

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A frame story is a narrative technique where a main story surrounds one or more smaller stories.

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What is the significance of time in 'Inn of Lost Time'?

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Time is portrayed as a valuable and often lost resource, emphasizing the consequences of choices.

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Who is the main character in 'Inn of Lost Time'?

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The main character is Tokubei, a merchant.

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What moral lesson can be derived from the story of Urashima Taro?

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The moral lesson is about the importance of valuing time and the consequences of neglecting it.

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How does the setting of 'Inn of Lost Time' contribute to its themes?

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The setting, often depicted as a mystical or timeless place, enhances the themes of lost time and regret.