Impossible to Train

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What is the central message of the short story 'Impossible to Train'?

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Humans are just as difficult to control as animals.

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What detail from the text supports the idea that humans are hard to train?

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‘Humans!’ said Jesse. ‘Impossible to train, but we love them anyway.’ (Paragraph 16)

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How do the characters in the story feel about their pets?

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The characters love their pets, but wish they would do what they wanted.

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What detail from the text shows that the characters love their pets but find them hard to train?

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‘He’s hopeless. He can’t learn anything properly.’ (Paragraph 2)

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What does the term 'impossible to train' imply about both humans and animals?

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It suggests that both humans and animals can be challenging to control or teach.

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Why might the characters feel frustrated with their pets?

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They love their pets but wish they would listen and behave better.

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What is an example of a pet's behavior that might be considered 'hard to train'?

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A pet that refuses to follow commands or behaves unpredictably.

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How does the relationship between humans and pets reflect the theme of the story?

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It shows that love exists despite challenges in training and understanding.

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What can we learn about patience from the story 'Impossible to Train'?

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Patience is important when dealing with both pets and people.

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What does Jesse's statement about humans suggest about human nature?

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It suggests that humans can be stubborn and difficult to change.