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What lesson was supposed to be taught by the story of the tortoise and the hare?
The lesson was supposed to be that slow and steady wins the race.
What did the author suggest that the story of the tortoise and the hare reinforced?
The author suggested that the story reinforced the image that effort is for the plodders and suggested that in rare instances, when talented people dropped the ball, the plodder could sneak through.
What was the problem with the stories of 'The Little Engine that Could', 'The Saggy, Baggy Elephant', and 'The Scruffy Tugboat'?
The problem was that these stories made into and either-or. Either you have ability or you expend effort.
What message did the author suggest was conveyed by the stories made into an either-or situation?
The message was: if you’re unfortunate enough to be the runt of the litter – if you lack endowment – you don’t have to be an utter failure. You can be a sweet, adorable little slogger, and maybe (if you really work at it and withstand all the scornful onlookers) even a success.
What mindset is part of the problem, according to the text?
The fixed mindset.
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