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Roald Dahl

Fantastic Mr Fox

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1970

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After Reading

Discussion/Analysis Prompt

Consider the role of the underdog in the novel. How is Mr. Fox the underdog? What attributes does he have? How does Dahl make him a relatable and likeable character for audiences?

Teaching Suggestion: This Discussion/Analysis Prompt connects to the theme of The Triumph of the Underdog. Dahl’s depiction of Mr. Fox starkly contrasts with that of the farmers: While the farmers are represented as gluttonous, uncouth, and ill-mannered, Mr. Fox is well-liked, cunning, and generous. Although he is largely responsible for the destruction of the digging families’ abodes, he redeems himself through hosting a large feast as well as establishing a plan to take food from the farmers so no one starves in the future. Although Mr. Fox is a thief, Dahl characterizes him as a hero, primarily to juxtapose against the gluttonous tendencies of the farmers.

Differentiation Suggestion: To strengthen students’ analytical thinking skills, the following may be added to the above Prompt: “Create a Venn Diagram comparing Mr. Fox to another fictional character who embodies the role of the underdog. Which qualities do they share? What differentiates these two characters?”

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