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Why does George kill Lennie?
George kills Lennie to spare him from a painful death inflicted by Curley and to prevent him from causing harm to others in the future due to his mental disability. 
Why does Aunt Alexandra move into the Finch household?
To help raise and educate Scout in a proper manner.
Why does Unferth question Beowulf’s ability?
Unferth questions Beowulf's ability because he is envious of Beowulf's achievements and wants to prove himself as a hero.
Why did Sethe kill Beloved?
Sethe killed Beloved to prevent her from being taken back into slavery.
Why does Odysseus sleep with Circe?
Odysseus sleeps with Circe because she uses her magic to make him want to sleep with her.
Why did Mr Rochester marry Bertha Mason?
Mr Rochester did not know about Bertha Mason's mental illness before marrying her, as she was hidden away and kept a secret by her family.
Why does Marlow lie to Kurtz’s Intended?
Marlow lies to Kurtz's Intended to protect her from the truth about Kurtz's last words and actions.
Why does Jim run away?
Jim runs away because he is trying to escape slavery.
Why does Catherine marry Edgar?
Catherine marries Edgar for his social status and financial security.
Are the witches in Macbeth real?
In the context of the play Macbeth, the witches are a fictional creation used by Shakespeare as a plot device.
Is Juliet too young to get married?
Juliet's young age in "Romeo and Juliet" is culturally and historically significant in 16th-century Italy.
Was Hamlet really in love with Ophelia?
There is no definitive answer to this question.
Did Gertrude have an affair with Claudius before he killed Hamlet’s father?
Unknown.
Why does Charlotte Lucas marry Mr Collins?
Charlotte Lucas marries Mr Collins to secure financial stability and avoid being a burden to her family.
Who gives Lucy blood transfusions?
In Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula," Lucy Westenra receives blood transfusions from several characters, including Dr. John Seward, Quincey Morris, and Arthur Holmwood.
Why is the played called The Crucible? What is a crucible?
The play is called The Crucible because a crucible is a container used for melting and purifying metal, and in the play, the events that unfold can be seen as a metaphorical melting pot of intense emotions and purifying of characters' true selves.
Why is the play called Twelfth Night?
The play is named Twelfth Night because it was originally performed on the twelfth night after Christmas, which is a time of revelry and celebration.
Who is the “pale young gentleman”?
The "pale young gentleman" is a character from Charles Dickens' novel, "Great Expectations.""
Why didn’t more people sign false confessions that they were witches to save their lives?
Some people did sign false confessions to save their lives, but many others refused to betray their innocence or beliefs through lying.
How does the Party maintain its power?
The Party maintains its power through strict control of all aspects of society, including education, media, surveillance, and use of force.
Why does Grendel’s mother take back Grendel’s arm?
Grendel's mother takes back Grendel's arm as a revenge for her son's death.
