Boys and Girls by Alice Munro

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What are some of the themes explored in Boys and Girls?

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Gender roles, identity, and transition from childhood to adulthood

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How does the fox symbolize freedom in the story?

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The fox symbolizes freedom in the story by representing wildness and independence.

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Can you provide a brief summary of the plot of Boys and Girls?

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Boys and Girls is a short story by Alice Munro that follows a young girl's experiences and challenges growing up on a farm with her family.

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Describe the setting of Boys and Girls and its significance in the story.

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The setting is a farm in rural Canada, and it reflects traditional gender roles and expectations.

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What role does gender play in the story Boys and Girls?

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Gender plays a significant role in shaping the protagonist's identity and experiences in the story.

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Discuss the symbolism of the horse in Boys and Girls.

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Freedom and independence

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What are some of the key conflicts in Boys and Girls?

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The protagonist's struggle against traditional gender roles, her desire for independence, and her strained relationship with her father.

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How does the protagonist's relationship with her brother change throughout the story?

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The relationship becomes more distant and strained.

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What is the significance of the narrator's job on the farm in Boys and Girls?

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It symbolizes traditional gender roles and expectations.

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How does the ending of Boys and Girls reflect the themes of the story?

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The ending reflects the protagonist's realization of gender roles and struggle for independence.