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What is the main theme of the short story 'A Split Cherry Tree'?
What is the main theme of the short story 'A Split Cherry Tree'?
- The clash between traditional rural values and modern education (correct)
- The pursuit of happiness and success in a small town
- The symbolism of cherry trees in rural American culture
- The challenges of interracial relationships in the 20th century
What does the broken cherry tree symbolize in the story?
What does the broken cherry tree symbolize in the story?
- The challenges of communication between generations
- The clash between the student's rural upbringing and the demands of modern education (correct)
- The importance of preserving rural traditions
- The fragility of nature in a changing world
What is the significance of the teacher's request for payment for the broken cherry tree?
What is the significance of the teacher's request for payment for the broken cherry tree?
- It represents the teacher's attempt to impart a lesson about responsibility and consequences (correct)
- It reflects the teacher's greed and insensitivity towards the student's circumstances
- It signifies the teacher's belief in the importance of valuing nature
- It symbolizes the teacher's lack of understanding of rural life
Flashcards
Main theme of 'A Split Cherry Tree'?
Main theme of 'A Split Cherry Tree'?
The conflict between old rural traditions and the new ways of thinking taught in schools.
Symbolism of the broken cherry tree?
Symbolism of the broken cherry tree?
It shows the tension between the student's simple country life and what the modern school expects.
Why does the teacher want payment?
Why does the teacher want payment?
The teacher wants to teach a lesson about taking responsibility for your actions and understanding there are consequences.
