The Tiger Rising

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What is the main theme of 'The Tiger Rising'?

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The main theme is about dealing with loss and finding friendship, as a boy learns to cope with his mother's death and forms a bond with a girl.

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Who are the main characters in 'The Tiger Rising'?

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The main characters are Rob, a lonely boy, Sistine, a girl dealing with her parents' divorce, and Willie May, an elderly woman.

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What does Rob's carving of Cricket symbolize?

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It symbolizes Rob's memories and connection to his past, providing him comfort after losing his pet.

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How does Sistine's character contribute to the story?

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Sistine challenges Rob to confront his feelings and encourages him to take action regarding the tiger.

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What is the significance of the tiger in the story?

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The tiger represents Rob's inner struggles and the desire for freedom, both for himself and the tiger.

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How does Rob's relationship with his father evolve throughout the story?

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Rob's relationship with his father improves as they begin to communicate and reconnect after a period of silence.

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What does Sistine often say when she is upset?

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She expresses her hope that her father will come and set the tiger free.

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What event leads to Rob and Sistine's decision to let the tiger go?

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Their desire to free the tiger symbolizes their own need for freedom from their personal struggles.

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How does the story address the theme of friendship?

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The friendship between Rob and Sistine helps them both to heal and face their individual challenges.

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What lesson does Rob learn by the end of 'The Tiger Rising'?

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Rob learns the importance of facing his emotions and the value of friendship in overcoming grief.