Spider and Fly Flashcard

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What is the Spider's ultimate intention with the Fly?

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To trap and eat her.

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What lesson does the poem convey to the readers?

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Be wary of flattery and deceit.

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What characteristic of the Fly does the Spider flatter?

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Her gauzy wings and brilliant eyes.

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Why does the Fly eventually fall into the Spider's trap?

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She is flattered by his words.

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What does the Spider offer to the Fly to prove his affection?

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A comfortable bed.

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What is flattery?

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Flattery is excessive and insincere praise, often used to manipulate someone.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison.

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What does it mean to be cunning?

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Being cunning means being skilled in achieving one's goals by deceit or evasion.

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What is the role of the Fly in the poem?

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The Fly represents innocence and vulnerability, easily deceived by the Spider.

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What is the significance of the Spider's home in the poem?

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The Spider's home symbolizes danger and entrapment, contrasting with the Fly's perception of safety.