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What is the relationship between the two mice?
What is the relationship between the two mice?
They are cousins.
Where does the Town Mouse live?
Where does the Town Mouse live?
In the town.
Why does the Town Mouse invite his country cousin to stay with him?
Why does the Town Mouse invite his country cousin to stay with him?
To experience the civilised lifestyle of the town.
What is the Country Mouse used to eating?
What is the Country Mouse used to eating?
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Who wants to join the mice for dinner?
Who wants to join the mice for dinner?
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Study Notes
Characters
- Town Mouse portrays sophistication and urban living.
- Country Mouse symbolizes simplicity and rural life.
- Relationship defined by familial ties as cousins.
Setting
- Town: Represents a bustling environment with a perceived superior lifestyle.
- Country: Emphasizes tranquility and modest living, highlighting lifestyle contrasts.
Plot Summary
- Town Mouse invites Country Mouse to experience urban life.
- The meal prepared by Town Mouse is lavish compared to Country Mouse's usual simple fare.
- Country Mouse appreciates the feast, revealing a contrast in their daily lives.
Conflict
- The peace of the meal is disrupted by a loud noise at the door, creating tension.
- The noise is attributed to the Town Mouse’s neighbor, a dog, indicating potential danger in the town.
Themes
- Contrast between urban and rural lifestyles: highlights advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Perceived superiority of material wealth versus comfort and peace.
Moral
- The story suggests that a simpler, safer life may be preferable to a life filled with luxury but fraught with danger.
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Town Mouse vs. Country Mouse Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of this Classic Fable!
