There Will Come Soft Rains

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What happened to the family who lived in the house in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

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They died in a nuclear explosion.

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Who or what is the antagonist in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

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The fire.

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How does the author indicate the chronological order in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

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By using a clock that announces the time in each new section.

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What do the 'tremulous white' walls refer to in the context of the story?

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They refer to the walls of the outside of the house where the silhouettes of the family are burned into the wall.

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What is a key theme of 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

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While technology has many benefits, it also has the power to destroy, so be careful what you create.

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Define 'protagonist' in the context of a story.

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The main character or leading figure in a story.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'?

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The setting highlights the contrast between technology and the absence of humanity.

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Explain the role of technology in 'There Will Come Soft Rains'.

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Technology is depicted as both beneficial and destructive, showcasing its dual nature.

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What literary device is used when the house is described as a character?

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Personification.

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What does the absence of the family symbolize in the story?

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The consequences of war and the fragility of human life.