"Those Shoes" Theme Practice

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What does persistence mean in the context of a story?

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Persistence refers to the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties. In 'Those Shoes', Jeremy shows persistence by continuing to seek out the shoes he wants.

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What is the main theme of 'Those Shoes'?

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The main theme of 'Those Shoes' is that sometimes others need things more than we do, highlighting the importance of empathy and selflessness.

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How does Jeremy's character demonstrate giving?

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Jeremy demonstrates giving by ultimately realizing that Antonio needs the shoes more than he does, showing his willingness to sacrifice his own desires for a friend's needs.

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What does the line 'There's no room for 'want' around here--just 'need'' suggest about the characters' lives?

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This line suggests that the characters live in a situation where they must prioritize their basic needs over their wants, reflecting a theme of economic hardship.

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What feelings does Jeremy experience regarding his shoes?

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Jeremy feels a mix of happiness when he sees the shoes he wants and frustration when he has to wear shoes that don't fit his desires.

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What does the word 'selfish' mean?

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Selfish means being concerned excessively or exclusively with oneself, often at the expense of others.

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What does the word 'giving' mean in the context of friendship?

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Giving in the context of friendship means being willing to share or sacrifice for the benefit of a friend.

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How does the setting influence the characters in 'Those Shoes'?

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The setting, which reflects economic challenges, influences the characters' decisions and feelings about material possessions and their relationships.

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What is an example of a character's internal conflict in 'Those Shoes'?

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An example of internal conflict is Jeremy's struggle between wanting the shoes for himself and recognizing that Antonio needs them more.

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What does the phrase 'I feel happy when I look at his face and mad when I look at my Mr. Alfrey shoes' reveal about Jeremy's emotions?

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This phrase reveals Jeremy's complex emotions of happiness for his friend and frustration with his own situation, highlighting the theme of conflicting feelings.