Charlotte's Web Chapters 14 & 15

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What does it mean to be humble?

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To be humble means to have a modest view of one's own importance; not thinking too highly of oneself.

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What does it mean to fidget?

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To fidget means to make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

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What does it mean when a character feels anxious?

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Feeling anxious means experiencing worry or unease about something that may happen.

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What is the significance of Charlotte laying her eggs?

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Charlotte laying her eggs signifies the cycle of life and the continuation of her legacy.

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What does it mean to feel relieved?

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To feel relieved means to feel happy because something unpleasant has been removed or has ended.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea.

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What is the role of Dr. Dorian in the story?

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Dr. Dorian is a character who provides comfort and reassurance to Mrs. Arable.

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What does it mean to grow bored with something?

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To grow bored means to lose interest in something that was once engaging or exciting.