Wednesday Wars - November

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What does Holling conclude about happy endings in real life compared to 'The Tempest'?

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Sometimes there isn't a Prospero to make everything fine again.

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Why wasn't Holling able to give the class cream puffs?

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Rats ate them, his father wouldn't give him an advance on his allowance, and he'd spent all his money.

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What does 'pied ninny' mean?

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A person who stupidly ate so much pie he's sick.

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Why was Mr. Guareschi on a ladder removing tiles from the ceiling?

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To put out traps with cheese to catch the rats.

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Who is Mrs. Baker talking about when she asks Mrs. Bigio if they found him?

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Mrs. Bigio's husband.

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What is the significance of the character Prospero in 'The Tempest'?

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Prospero represents the idea of control and resolution in chaotic situations.

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What theme does Holling's experience with the cream puffs illustrate?

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The theme of unexpected challenges and the impact of external circumstances.

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How does the term 'pied ninny' reflect on Holling's character?

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It shows his humorous and sometimes foolish nature.

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What role do the rats play in the story?

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They symbolize the unexpected problems that arise in Holling's life.

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What does Mrs. Baker's concern for Mrs. Bigio indicate about their relationship?

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It shows empathy and the importance of community support.