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Flashcards: Poem 6 - Mystery of the Talking Fan 24 Flashcards 
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What human characteristic is attributed to the fan in the poem 'Mystery of the Talking Fan'? |
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The fan is personified with the ability to talk and chatter. |
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Fill in the blank: The fan's noise is described as ___ in the poem. |
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Electrical chatter |
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True or False: The mystery of the talking fan was preserved after it was oiled. |
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False. Oiling the fan spoiled the mystery as it became silent. |
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What does the poet hope regarding the meaning of the fan's chatter? |
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The poet hopes that it doesn’t matter what the fan says. |
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What event led to the fan running 'as still as water'? |
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Somebody oiled its little whirling motor. |
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Fill in the blank: Once the fan was oiled, it could no longer ___ . |
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Talk |
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What is the overall theme of 'Mystery of the Talking Fan'? |
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The theme revolves around the loss of mystery and wonder in everyday objects.  |
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What does the transformation of the talking fan symbolize in the poem? |
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The transformation symbolizes how the loss of mystery and charm in ordinary things can diminish their allure and magic. |
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Fill in the blank: The poem emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of ___ for the mysteries that enrich our daily experiences. |
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Wonder |
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What are two key words from the poem that convey the theme of loss and alteration? |
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Mystery and spoiled |
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Multiple Choice: What happens to the fan when it is oiled? A) It becomes more mysterious B) It runs quietly C) It stops working D) It becomes a talking fan |
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B) It runs quietly |
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Short Answer: How does the speaker feel about the changes in the fan's operation? |
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The speaker feels that the changes spoil the fan's magic and charm. |
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