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In "The Rocking-Horse Winner," what secrets do each character and the house hide?
In "The Rocking-Horse Winner," Paul thinks his wooden horse with no name allows him to predict the winners of horse races. He believes that if he can make the rocking-horse gallop, it will win the...
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Comparison between "The Rocking-Horse Winner" and general fairy tales
"The Rocking-Horse Winner" differs from typical fairy tales by presenting a darker, more psychological narrative. While fairy tales often involve magical elements and moral lessons with happy...
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The incorporation and impact of supernatural elements in "The Rocking-Horse Winner."
In "The Rocking-Horse Winner," supernatural elements are incorporated through Paul's uncanny ability to predict horse race winners while riding his rocking horse. This mystical talent, which seems to...
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What are three examples of foreshadowing in "The Rocking-Horse Winner" and what events does the title foreshadow?
Foreshadowing in "The Rocking-Horse Winner" includes the whispering house, which symbolizes the family's financial and emotional void, driving Paul to "become lucky" to silence it. The title...