Emperor's New Clothes

Possible themes of "The Emperor's New Clothes" are :

• money isn't everything

• people in power are not always right

• speaking the truth is important

• vanity (pride) is dangerous

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In Scene 1, the Lord Chancellor sighs as he says, "That outfit is by far the most expensive." He sighs because:

• he doesn't like the Emperor's clothes

• he thinks the Emperor spends too much money on clothes

• he is jealous

• he admires the Emperor's expensive taste

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Which line from scene 2 best helps you understand that the tailor's plan to trick the Emperor to make money?

• He is a buffoon.

• But we are the best tailors in the empire

• hear he spends a fortune on his shoes

• His pride will be our fortune

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Why do the tailors appear sleepy in scene 3?

• The tailors have been up all night working on the Emperor's clothes

• The tailors have been lounging around doing nothing

• They are finally taking a break

• The tailors are busy and overworked

What did the emperor have that made him vain?

• A vast treasure chest.

• A magical crown.

• A beautiful set of clothes.

• A loyal army.

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What kind of clothes did the emperor love to wear?

• Simple and plain clothes

• Extravagant and fine clothes, often described as invisible or magical.

• Heavy armor and battle gear

• Casual everyday wear

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Why is the story called 'The Emperor's New Clothes'?

• The story is about a fashion show in the palace.

• The title refers to the emperor's favorite color.

• The title reflects the central theme of deception and the emperor's belief in his nonexistent clothes.

• It symbolizes the emperor's wealth and power.

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What lesson can be learned from the emperor's experience?

• Fashion is more important than substance.

• Vanity can lead to one's downfall.

• Trust everyone blindly.

• Honesty is the best policy.

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What role did the child play in the story?

• The child pointed out the truth about the emperor's clothes.

• The child was the emperor's advisor.

• The child was a royal guard.

• The child was one of the tailors.

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How many fancy shirts did the emperor own?

• 750

• 1000

• 500

• 1500

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