The Devil and Tom Walker

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What convinces Tom Walker that the devil's words are true?

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Tom is convinced when he hears about Absalom Crowninshield's death.

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What symbolizes hypocrisy and hidden evil in the story?

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The flourishing trees that are rotten to the core symbolize hypocrisy and hidden evil.

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How is Tom Walker's wife described?

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Tom Walker's wife is described as fierce, always nagging, and a loud mouth.

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What causes unhappiness in Tom and his wife's relationship?

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They are unhappy because they fight about money.

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What does the term 'melancholy' mean?

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Melancholy means sad or gloomy.

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What is the significance of Kidd's treasure in the story?

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Kidd's treasure represents greed and the moral consequences of seeking wealth through unethical means.

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How does Tom Walker's character change throughout the story?

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Tom Walker's character changes from a greedy man to a desperate one who ultimately seeks redemption.

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What role does the setting play in 'The Devil and Tom Walker'?

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The setting, particularly the dark swamp, symbolizes the moral decay and temptation present in the story.

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What does the devil represent in the story?

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The devil represents temptation, greed, and the moral struggles of humanity.

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How does the story reflect the theme of materialism?

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The story reflects materialism through Tom's initial desire for wealth and the consequences that follow.