The Fir Tree

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What is the protagonist of the story 'The Fir Tree'?

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The fir tree.

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What does the fir tree desire most?

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To be chosen at Christmas.

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How does symbolism function in literature?

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Symbolism assigns deeper meanings to objects, actions, or characters in the text.

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What do people traditionally light on a Christmas tree?

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Candles.

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How are the fir tree's emotions expressed in the story?

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Through metaphors or similes to convey its feelings in a vivid and imaginative way.

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What is a fir tree?

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A type of evergreen tree that is often associated with Christmas.

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What does the fir tree symbolize in the story?

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The fir tree symbolizes longing and the desire for acceptance.

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What literary device is used to give human traits to the fir tree?

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Personification.

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What is the significance of Christmas in the story?

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It represents hope, joy, and the fulfillment of the fir tree's desires.

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What emotions does the fir tree experience throughout the story?

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Longing, sadness, and eventually acceptance.