Practice - Themes: Absurdity of Power, Foolishness of Rulers, Justice
Practice Questions
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What does the king in 'The Tale of Melon City' do that is considered foolish?
💡 Hint: Think about the sequence of events leading to his decision.
Define the term 'absurdity' as used in the context of the poem.
💡 Hint: Consider how characters in the poem react to situations.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the central theme of 'The Tale of Melon City'?
💡 Hint: Think about the main ideas discussed in the poem.
True or False: The king takes full responsibility for his decisions.
💡 Hint: Consider the king’s actions and their repercussions.
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Challenge Problems
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Critically evaluate the effectiveness of humor in addressing serious themes in 'The Tale of Melon City.' How does humor aid in delivering the criticism of governance?
💡 Hint: Consider specific examples within the poem that illustrate this.
Develop an alternative ending for 'The Tale of Melon City' that maintains the absurd tone but offers a different twist on justice.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the characters would react to this change.
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