Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen

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What is the main theme of 'Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen'?

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The main theme is the contrast between wealth and poverty, and the importance of tradition and generosity.

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Who is Stuffy Pete in 'Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen'?

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Stuffy Pete is a character who is portrayed as a wealthy man who pretends to be poor to take advantage of the Old Gentleman’s generosity.

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What is the role of the Old Gentleman in the story?

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The Old Gentleman is a kind character who has been treating Stuffy Pete to Thanksgiving meals for many years, seeing him as a son.

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Define dramatic irony.

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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Provide an example of situational irony from 'Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen'.

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Stuffy Pete, who is wealthy, pretends to be poor, leading others to believe he needs help.

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What does the Old Gentleman believe about Stuffy Pete?

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The Old Gentleman believes that Stuffy Pete is genuinely in need of help and values their Thanksgiving tradition.

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Explain the significance of tradition in 'Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen'.

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Tradition is significant as it highlights the relationship between the characters and the values of generosity and kindness.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony is when the opposite of what is expected occurs.

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How does Stuffy Pete's character challenge societal perceptions of wealth?

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Stuffy Pete challenges societal perceptions by pretending to be poor while actually being wealthy, showcasing the complexities of social class.

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What emotional conflict does the Old Gentleman experience?

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The Old Gentleman feels sadness and loneliness due to the absence of a son, which is compounded by his relationship with Stuffy Pete.