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What are some of the themes explored in 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• Injustice, resilience, hope, and the power of forgiveness

• Love, friendship, and adventure

• Greed, betrayal, and revenge

• Fear, isolation, and despair

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Which character is the protagonist of 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• John Smith

• Emily Davis

• Michael Johnson

• Anthony Ray Hinton

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What does the sun symbolize in 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• Sadness, despair, and defeat

• Hope, freedom, and resilience

• Darkness, fear, and imprisonment

• Anger, frustration, and resentment

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What social issues are addressed in 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• Racism, wrongful imprisonment, and flaws in the criminal justice system.

• Animal rights, veganism, and factory farming.

• Gender inequality, wage gap, and glass ceiling.

• Environmental degradation, climate change, and deforestation.

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In what historical context is 'The Sun Does Shine' set?

• 18th century European colonization in Africa

• 20th century racial discrimination and injustice in the United States

• 19th century industrial revolution in England

• 21st century technological advancements in Japan

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What is one of the main themes in 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• The importance of physical fitness

• The benefits of meditation

• Injustice of the criminal justice system

• The joys of cooking

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Which character represents the corrupt criminal justice system in 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• Prosecutor

• Police officer

• Defense attorney

• Judge

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What is the significance of the title 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• It represents hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.

• It represents the author's love for nature and the outdoors.

• It refers to the weather forecast for the day.

• It symbolizes the end of darkness and the beginning of a new day.

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What is the main message of 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• Anger, defeat, and the futility of the human spirit.

• Fear, vulnerability, and the limitations of the human spirit.

• Hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.

• Despair, weakness, and the insignificance of the human spirit.

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What impact does the historical context have on 'The Sun Does Shine'?

• It provides background information and helps readers understand the social, political, and cultural factors that shaped the characters and their experiences.

• It has no impact on the story.

• It confuses readers and makes the story difficult to follow.

• It is irrelevant and does not add any value to the story.

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