"All Summer in a Day" First Read Flashcard

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What is the main setting of 'All Summer in a Day'?

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The story is set on Venus, a planet where it rains constantly and the sun only shines for a brief period every seven years.

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What does imagery mean in literature?

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Imagery refers to descriptive language that creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, appealing to the senses.

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Why do the students resent Margot?

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The students resent Margot because they see her as an outsider and feel bitter towards her for being different, especially since she has memories of the sun.

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What is the significance of the sun in the story?

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The sun represents hope, joy, and the beauty of nature, which the children on Venus have never truly experienced.

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What emotion do the children feel after locking Margot in the closet?

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The children feel guilt for having caused Margot to miss the sun's brief appearance.

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What does the phrase 'their faces were solemn and pale' suggest about the children's feelings?

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It suggests that the children are feeling remorseful and regretful about their actions towards Margot.

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What event occurs last in the story?

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The last event in the story is when the rain stops and the sun starts to shine.

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How does Margot's experience differ from that of her classmates?

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Margot has memories of the sun from when she lived on Earth, while her classmates have never seen it.

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What does the closet symbolize in the story?

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The closet symbolizes isolation and the consequences of bullying, as Margot is locked away from the joy of seeing the sun.

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What is the main conflict in 'All Summer in a Day'?

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The main conflict is between Margot and her classmates, stemming from jealousy and misunderstanding.