What was the main reason the star-bellied Sneetches felt superior to the plain-bellied Sneetches?

Themes and Lessons in 'The Sneetches'

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They were taller.
They were more intelligent.
They lived on a different beach.
They had stars on their bellies.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What service did Sylvester McMunn McBean offer to the plain-bellied Sneetches?
A new home
A beach party invitation
A star addition service
A star removal service
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the Sneetches react after using McBean's star-off machine?
They stopped caring about stars.
They became more confused about their identities.
They decided to leave the beach.
They formed a new group.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the constant changing of stars among the Sneetches symbolize?
The pursuit of happiness
The futility of social competition
The search for identity
The need for community
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What realization did the Sneetches come to at the end of the story?
Stars are important for social status.
No Sneetch is better than another.
They need to buy more stars.
They should move to a new beach.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What lesson does the story of 'The Sneetches' ultimately convey?
Social status is determined by appearance.
Material wealth is the key to happiness.
Competition is necessary for progress.
True equality comes from recognizing our shared humanity.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What real-world issues does the story of 'The Sneetches' parallel?
Social hierarchy and discrimination
Technological advancement
Environmental conservation
Political elections
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