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The Prince and the Pauper – Conclusion – Fun Fact

In the Conclusion of The Prince and the Pauper, we find out that Lady Edith did indeed recognize Miles when he was at Hendon Hall. Can she be forgiven for lying? The Prince and the Pauper Conclusion Fun Fact focuses on…LYING UNDER DURESS

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Thirty-Three – Fun Fact

In Ch. 33 of The Prince and the Pauper, Miles Hendon experiences a feeling that many of us can probably relate to. The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 33 Fun Fact focuses on…SENSING SOMEONE WATCHING YOU

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Thirty-Two – Fun Fact

In Ch. 32 of The Prince and the Pauper, we find ourselves at Edward’s coronation (though for most of the chapter it’s still Tom). As sunlight streams into Westminster on and hits the many royals and nobles, the sight is spectacular to see. The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 32 Fun Fact focuses on…SHINING DIAMONDS

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Thirty-One – Fun Fact

In Ch. 31 of The Prince and the Pauper, everyone is out celebrating the upcoming coronation for Edward VI. As a part of that celebration, the narrator describes explosions and smoke filling the sky. The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 31 Fun Fact focuses on…FIREWORKS

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Thirty – Fun Fact

Ch. 30 of The Prince and the Pauper, we see Tom finally starting to get used to his role as king. Additionally, both Edward and Tom’s family begin to fade from his mind. In The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 30 Fun Fact focuses on…LOSING CHILDHOOD MEMORIES

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Nine – Fun Fact

In England, as well as many other countries, we have seen many examples of leaders who use intimidation and threats to keep their people in control. In a modern-day context, we can see examples of this in workplaces and other settings as well. Today’s Fun Fact dives into that particular style of leadership; The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 28 Fun Fact focuses on…LEADING BY FEAR

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Eight – Fun Fact

Have you ever been in a crowd and it suddenly went silent? Have you ever been a part of a moment of silence? Whether it’s planned or not, the idea of an entire crowd going and remaining silent is always an impressive feat. Today’s Fun Fact for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 28 focuses on…CROWDS GOING SILENT

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Six – Fun Fact

Can you tell when someone is lying to you? Are you sure? Or do you think you are good at lying? Today’s Fun Fact for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 26 focuses on…SIGNS THAT SOMEONE IS LYING

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Four – Fun Fact

You know how when you were younger (or if you are around young kids) you would close your eyes and count to 20 while playing hide and go seek? Or maybe to 10? What about 100? Today’s Fun Fact for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 24 focuses on…COUNTING TO 100,000

The Prince and the Pauper – Chapter Twenty-Two – Fun Fact

Have you ever faked an injury in order to gain sympathy from someone? In Chapter 22, we discover a trick the beggars used in order to get more money from passersby. Today’s Fun Fact for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 22 focuses on…FAKE WOUNDS