The Secret Garden

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What is 'The Secret Garden'?

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A novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett about a young girl named Mary Lennox who discovers a hidden, neglected garden and transforms it.

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Who is Mary Lennox?

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The main character in 'The Secret Garden', a lonely and spoiled girl who learns to care for others and herself.

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What does the garden symbolize in the story?

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The garden symbolizes growth, healing, and the power of nature.

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Who helps Mary in the garden?

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Mary is helped by her friends, including Dickon, who has a special connection with nature.

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What is the significance of friendship in 'The Secret Garden'?

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Friendship helps Mary and Colin overcome their loneliness and grow emotionally and physically.

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What does Colin Craven represent in the story?

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Colin represents the theme of transformation; he starts as a sickly boy but becomes healthy and strong through friendship and the garden.

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What lesson does Mary learn from the garden?

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Mary learns the importance of nurturing and caring for living things, which helps her grow as a person.

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What role does nature play in 'The Secret Garden'?

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Nature plays a crucial role in healing and transformation for both Mary and Colin.

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What is the relationship between Mary and her uncle, Archibald Craven?

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Mary's relationship with her uncle is distant at first, but it evolves as they both learn to connect through the garden.

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How does Mary change throughout the story?

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Mary transforms from a spoiled, lonely girl to a caring, confident friend who loves nature.

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