What is the main theme of 'The Lady of Shalott'?
The Lady of Shallot (Ballad)

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The main theme is the conflict between the ideal and the real, as well as the consequences of isolation and the desire for freedom.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Who is the Lady of Shalott?
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The Lady of Shalott is a character in Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem, who is cursed to weave a tapestry and cannot look directly at the outside world.
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What does the mirror symbolize in 'The Lady of Shalott'?
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The mirror symbolizes the distorted view of reality that the Lady experiences, reflecting the world without allowing her to engage with it.
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What is the significance of the curse on the Lady of Shalott?
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The curse represents the limitations placed on the Lady, preventing her from experiencing life fully and leading to her tragic fate.
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What does the act of weaving represent in the poem?
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Weaving represents the Lady's creative expression and her attempt to make sense of the world, but it also signifies her confinement.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the Lady of Shalott's view of the outside world change throughout the poem?
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Initially, she observes the world through the mirror, but upon seeing Sir Lancelot, she chooses to look out the window, leading to her downfall.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role does Sir Lancelot play in the Lady's story?
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Sir Lancelot represents the ideal of love and adventure, but his presence also triggers the Lady's desire to break free from her constraints.
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