What is the main theme of 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost?
"Harlem/Dream Deferred" and "The Road Not Taken"

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The main theme is about being wise when making decisions.
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What does the simile 'Maybe it just sags/like a heavy load' suggest in 'Dream Deferred'?
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It suggests that a postponed dream can become something that is difficult to carry.
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What common topics do both 'Harlem/Dream Deferred' and 'The Road Not Taken' discuss?
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They discuss dreams, choices, and goals in life.
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What does the term 'defer' mean in the context of 'Dream Deferred'?
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To defer means to put off or postpone.
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When do dreams that are deferred typically happen?
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Deferred dreams happen later.
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What is a key message in 'The Road Not Taken' regarding choices?
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The poem emphasizes the importance of making wise decisions.
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How does the imagery in 'Dream Deferred' enhance its theme?
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Imagery like 'heavy load' illustrates the burden of unfulfilled dreams.
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