The Spider's Lesson

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What does the word 'horrid' mean?

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Terrible.

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What is the speaker's point of view in the poem?

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The speaker's point of view allows the reader to understand how an interaction with a spider helps a little girl develop an appreciation for others.

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How do lines 5-8 contribute to the poem's structure?

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They show that the spider believes he can change the little girl’s mind about him.

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What is the theme of the poem?

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One can learn from others even if they are different.

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What does the spider teach the little girl?

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The spider teaches the little girl about overcoming fear and appreciating differences.

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What emotion does the spider express in the poem?

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The spider expresses fear and a desire to connect with the little girl.

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How does the little girl initially feel about the spider?

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She feels frightened and disgusted.

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What lesson can be learned from the spider's perspective?

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Understanding and empathy can come from unexpected places.

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What literary device is used in the poem to convey emotions?

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Personification, as the spider is given human-like qualities.

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How does the setting influence the poem?

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The setting in nature highlights the theme of learning from the natural world.