from Coyote and the Stars

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What is the main theme of 'Coyote and the Stars'?

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One should think about the consequences of actions before making a choice.

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What type of figurative language is used in the phrase 'the stars spilled out and flashed across the sky'?

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Personification.

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How do the first four paragraphs of the story contribute to the overall meaning?

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They provide important background information that gives meaning to the second part of the story.

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What does the detail 'Generations of people have been telling and listening to the same legends' imply about storytelling?

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It shows the importance of storytelling in linking the past to the present.

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What is the significance of the author's childhood events in shaping his perspective?

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They led him to respect how long his culture has been around.

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Define 'figurative language'.

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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What is a legend?

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A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated.

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What does 'personification' mean in literature?

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Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities.

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What is the role of a storyteller in a culture?

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To pass down traditions, morals, and history through oral narratives.

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Explain the term 'theme' in literature.

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The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.