The Lorax

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What is 'The Lorax'?

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A character created by Dr. Seuss who speaks for the trees and the environment.

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Who is the Once-ler?

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A character in 'The Lorax' who cuts down trees to build a factory.

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What happens to the environment when the Once-ler builds his factory?

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The environment becomes polluted and many creatures leave.

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What do the Swomme Swans lose because of the factory?

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They lose their ability to sing.

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What does the Once-ler's factory produce?

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It produces Thneeds, a product made from the Truffula trees.

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What is the main message of 'The Lorax'?

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The importance of caring for the environment and the consequences of greed.

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What happens to the Truffula trees?

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They are cut down by the Once-ler to make Thneeds.

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How does the Once-ler feel about his actions at the end of the story?

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He feels regret for destroying the environment.

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What does the Lorax say when he leaves?

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He says, 'Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not!'

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What color are the Truffula trees?

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They are bright and colorful, often depicted as pink, yellow, and orange.