from The Wizard of Oz

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What does the term 'gaunt' mean?

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Bony; thin and emaciated.

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How can the prairie landscape be described?

Back

As 'empty' with no trees or houses, characterized by a broad sweep of flat country.

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Why have Aunt Em's eyes, cheeks, and lips become gray?

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Because she lives a life that is difficult and dull.

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What does the context of a passage suggest about Aunt Em's transformation?

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The sun and wind have changed her from a young, pretty wife to a thin and gaunt woman.

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Why did Aunt Em scream when she heard Dorothy laugh?

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She was startled because she rarely heard laughter.

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What is a key characteristic of the setting in 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'?

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The setting includes vast, empty landscapes with little to no vegetation.

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What does the phrase 'the broad sweep of flat country' imply?

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It suggests an expansive, unobstructed view of the landscape.

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What emotional state does Aunt Em's character reflect in the story?

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Aunt Em reflects a sense of weariness and resignation due to her difficult life.

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How does the author use descriptive language to convey Aunt Em's change?

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The author describes her as 'thin and gaunt' to illustrate her physical and emotional decline.

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What does the word 'context' refer to in literature?

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The circumstances or background information surrounding a particular passage or statement.