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Looking Out for Others: Allegory in "Aunty Misery"

Question 2 • FL-1001040-M/J Language Arts 2 B

Based on Aunty Misery’s actions in the folktale, what is the theme of the story?

Answer
A
Never steal your neighbor’s pears because you may find yourself stuck in a tree.
B
Misery loves company, even if that company is Death.
C
Even when you get what you want, it is important to make sacrifices to help the rest of your community.
D
Always be nice to strangers because they may grant you life-changing wishes.

Explanation

Aunty Misery gets her wish when Death becomes trapped in the pear tree, so no one can die. But the people around her suffer because the sick and elderly cannot find release from their pain. She eventually lets Death go, giving up her own chance to live forever to ease the community’s suffering. This shows that getting what you want may require a sacrifice for others.

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