All Summer In A Day

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What is the main theme of 'All Summer In A Day'?

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The main theme is the impact of bullying and the importance of empathy and understanding.

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Who is the author of 'All Summer In A Day'?

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Ray Bradbury.

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What is the setting of the story?

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The story is set on Venus, where it rains continuously.

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What does Margot long for in the story?

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Margot longs for the sun and the warmth it brings.

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How do the other children treat Margot?

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The other children bully Margot and are jealous of her memories of the sun.

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What event triggers the climax of the story?

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The sun finally comes out after seven years of rain.

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What do the children do when they see the sun?

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They run outside to play and enjoy the sunlight.

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What happens to Margot when the sun comes out?

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Margot is locked in a closet by the other children and misses the opportunity to see the sun.

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How do the children feel after realizing they left Margot in the closet?

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They feel ashamed and guilty for their actions.

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What does the story suggest about the nature of childhood?

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The story suggests that childhood can be marked by cruelty, but also by the capacity for change and understanding.