Tuck Everlasting 1-5

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Descriptive language that creates vivid mental pictures for the reader, appealing to the senses.

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What does it mean to personify something?

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To give human characteristics or qualities to non-human entities or objects.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What is alliteration?

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The repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words.

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What is the significance of the music box in 'Tuck Everlasting'?

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It symbolizes Mae's connection to her past and the memories of her family.

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What does 'running away' symbolize for Winnie Foster?

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It represents her desire for freedom and escape from her constrained life.

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What are the 'dog days of summer'?

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The hottest days of summer, often associated with discomfort and lethargy.

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What is the main theme of 'Tuck Everlasting'?

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The exploration of immortality and the natural cycle of life and death.

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What role does the wood play in 'Tuck Everlasting'?

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It serves as a magical setting that holds the secret of immortality.