Pygmalion

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What is the main theme of 'Pygmalion'?

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The main theme of 'Pygmalion' is the transformation of individuals and the impact of social class on identity.

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Who is Eliza Doolittle?

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Eliza Doolittle is a flower girl who aspires to improve her speech and social status.

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What does Henry Higgins do for a living?

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Henry Higgins is a phonetics professor who teaches people how to speak properly.

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What is the significance of Eliza's transformation?

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Eliza's transformation highlights the idea that one's social class can be changed through education and self-improvement.

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What does Eliza want to achieve by going to Higgins?

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Eliza wants to improve her speech to get a better job and elevate her social status.

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Who is Colonel Pickering?

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Colonel Pickering is a linguist and Higgins' friend who treats Eliza with respect.

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What is the setting of Act 1?

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The setting of Act 1 is in front of a church in London.

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How does Higgins treat Eliza in Act 4?

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In Act 4, Higgins takes Eliza for granted and does not appreciate her efforts.

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What does Eliza express her desire to do in Act 5?

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In Act 5, Eliza expresses her desire to teach speech.

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Which characters are introduced in Act 3 that were not present in Act 1?

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Clara, Freddy, and Mrs. Eynsford Hill are introduced in Act 3.