The Little Match Girl_Reading Flashcard

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What is the climax of 'The Little Match Girl'?

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The climax of the story occurs when the Little Match Girl saw the falling star and remembered that her grandmother would tell her that happens when someone died.

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What does it mean when it says, 'with her grandmother she had entered on the joys of a new year'?

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It means the little girl died and entered heaven with her grandmother.

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Why did the young girl sell matches?

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She sold matches to earn money to help support her poor family.

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What did the Little Match Girl see when she struck the first match?

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She saw a great iron stove with brass knobs and brass ornaments.

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Who was the one person who loved the Little Match Girl but was no more?

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Her Grandmother.

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What does the falling star symbolize in 'The Little Match Girl'?

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The falling star symbolizes the death of someone and the hope of reunion in the afterlife.

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What is the main theme of 'The Little Match Girl'?

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The main theme is the contrast between the harsh realities of life and the warmth of love and hope.

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How does the Little Match Girl's environment reflect her situation?

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Her cold and dark surroundings reflect her poverty and loneliness.

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What role does the grandmother play in the Little Match Girl's life?

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The grandmother represents love, comfort, and the hope of a better place after death.

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What does the Little Match Girl see in her visions when she lights the matches?

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She sees visions of warmth, food, and her grandmother, representing her desires and memories.