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1. Give a very brief synopsis of COLD COMFORT FARM.

Set primarily in Sussex, England in the 1930s, COLD COMFORT FARM is a parody of late eighteenth/early nineteenth century agricultural literature, such as novels by D.H. Lawrence and Thomas Hardy. The main character, Flora Poste, goes to live with family members she has never met who live on Cold Comfort Farm. The place and the people are a mess so Flora uses her wits to tidy the farm and everyone on it.

2. What is the meaning of the word parody?

Parody means to make fun of something or to spoof something.

3. Why is Flora Poste trying to make a decision about her future?

Flora's parents have recently died, leaving her with only one hundred pounds a year. That is not enough money to live on, so she must figure out some why to support herself.

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