Heartbeat by David Yoo

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What is the main theme of 'Heartbeat' by David Yoo?

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It is always best to be yourself.

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What are some problems Heartbeat faces due to the layering of his clothes?

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All of the above: extremely uncomfortable, his zipper explodes, pressure of the clothes bunches up in random places.

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How is Heartbeat described at the beginning of the story as he tries to put on weight?

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Dedicated yet discouraged.

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Why is the word 'artificially' used in the phrase 'I realized I had artificially outgrown my clothes'?

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Because he has not actually grown out of his clothes, he only appears to have done so.

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How did Heartbeat get his name?

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He is so skinny that people say they can see the pulse in his chest.

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What does the term 'theme' refer to in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a story.

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What does it mean to be 'dedicated' in the context of personal goals?

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Being committed and devoted to achieving a specific objective.

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What is the significance of character nicknames in literature?

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Nicknames often reflect a character's traits or role in the story.

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How can clothing affect a character's emotions or experiences in a story?

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Clothing can symbolize social status, personal struggles, or emotional states.

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What does it mean to 'outgrow' something?

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To grow beyond the capacity or suitability of something, often referring to physical items like clothes.