The Emperor's New Clothes Flashcard

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What causes the Emperor to nearly faint in Scene 6?

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He is shocked by the idea that he could be a fool.

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What idea does the play 'The Emperor’s New Clothes' support?

Back

Speaking your mind is important.

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What can we infer about the swindlers in the story?

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They are pretending to make cloth.

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What is the theme of 'The Emperor's New Clothes'?

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Pride leads to downfall.

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Why does the Lord Chancellor sigh about the Emperor's outfit in Scene 1?

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He thinks the Emperor spends too much money on clothes.

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What is a swindler?

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A trickster who tries to take advantage of others.

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What does the Emperor's reaction to the clothes reveal about his character?

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It shows his vanity and fear of being perceived as foolish.

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How does the story illustrate the concept of vanity?

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The Emperor's obsession with appearance leads to his downfall.

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What lesson can be learned about honesty from the story?

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Honesty is crucial, even when it is difficult to speak the truth.

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What role does the child play in the story?

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The child represents innocence and the ability to see the truth.