The Fisherman and His Wife

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What is the main theme of 'The Fisherman and His Wife'?

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The main theme is the consequences of greed and the importance of being content with what one has.

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Who are the main characters in 'The Fisherman and His Wife'?

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The main characters are the fisherman, his wife, and the magical flounder fish.

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What does the fisherman initially wish for?

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The fisherman initially wishes for a nice cottage for his wife.

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How does the fisherman's wife feel about their living situation?

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She is not satisfied and keeps asking for more wishes.

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What happens when the fisherman asks the flounder for wishes?

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The flounder grants the wishes but warns that greed can lead to negative consequences.

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What is the fisherman's wife's final wish?

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Her final wish is to be the ruler of the universe.

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What is the outcome of the wife's final wish?

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The outcome is that they lose everything and return to their original state.

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How does the fisherman feel about his wife's wishes?

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He feels conflicted and unhappy about constantly granting her wishes.

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What lesson can be learned from 'The Fisherman and His Wife'?

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The lesson is that being greedy can lead to losing everything you have.

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What does the flounder represent in the story?

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The flounder represents magical forces that can grant wishes but also teach lessons.