Treasure of Lemon Brown Flashcard

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What is the setting of 'The Treasure of Lemon Brown'?

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A rainy night in Harlem.

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What is the main theme of 'The Treasure of Lemon Brown'?

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The value of a treasure may be unrelated to its monetary value.

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Why did Lemon Brown want his son to have his treasure?

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The treasure represented what Brown had done and gave his son hope.

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Why did Greg leave his house?

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He wanted to escape his father's lecture.

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What is Greg’s main problem at the beginning of the story?

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Greg’s father says he cannot play ball because he is failing math.

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Define 'theme' in literature.

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The central idea or message conveyed in a story.

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What does 'setting' refer to in a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is a 'treasure' in the context of the story?

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An object or collection of items that holds significant personal value.

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How does Greg's relationship with his father affect his actions?

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Greg feels pressured by his father's expectations, leading him to seek escape.

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What role does hope play in 'The Treasure of Lemon Brown'?

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Hope is represented through the treasure, symbolizing dreams and aspirations.